
Human rights in Japan
Read the most up-to-date and comprehensive insights regarding human rights in Japan. You’ll find detailed information covering its background, key issues, ongoing research, urgent actions, and latest news.
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‘I Couldn’t Stop Crying for an Hour’ – Meet the 92-year-old Campaigner Who Saved Her Brother from ExecutionÂ
February 19, 2025

Press Release
Japan: Momentum for Marriage Equality Grows with Tokyo High Court Ruling
October 30, 2024 | Japan

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Japan: Acquittal of Man Who Spent 45 Years on Death Row Pivotal Moment for Justice
September 26, 2024

Report
Governments Must Stop Conniving with Fossil Fuel Industries to Burn Our Rights
June 6, 2021 | 2050

Press Release
G7 Leaders Are Shooting Themselves in the Foot by Failing to Tackle Global Vaccine Access
February 19, 2021 | build back better

Press Release
Explainer: Seven ways the coronavirus affects human rights
February 10, 2020 | bordel control

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Climate activists Greta Thunberg and the Fridays for Future movement honored with top Amnesty International award
June 7, 2019 | Ambassador of Conscience

Report
Oppressive, sexist policies galvanize bold fight for women’s rights in 2018
December 9, 2018 | Africa

Press Release
Amnesty International’s Annual State of the World Report Slams Governments, Including the U.S., for Global Assault on Freedoms
February 22, 2016 | Child Marriage

Press Release
Your rights in jeopardy, global assault on freedoms, warns Amnesty International
February 18, 2016 | Child Marriage