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View allQ. What are the legal grounds for judicial divorce in Japan?
A. Even without consent, divorce can be granted by court for reasons like infidelit…
Q. How is child custody decided in a Japanese divorce?
A. Custody is decided based on the child's best interests, considering caregiving h…
Q. What is the typical amount of child support in Japan?
A. Child support is calculated based on both parents' income and the child's age, t…
Q. How is property divided in a divorce in Japan?
A. Marital assets are split equally (50/50). Pre-marriage or inherited assets are e…
Q. What is the typical range for divorce alimony in Japan?
A. You can claim alimony from the spouse at fault. Typical amounts: 1-3 million yen…
Q. How are legal inheritance shares determined in Japan?
A. Inheritance shares depend on who survives: spouse and children split 50/50, spou…
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Complete guide to claiming unpaid overtime pay in Japan based on Labor Standards Act Art. 37.
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Guide to child support calculation in Japan using the 2019 Revised Court Calculation Table.
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