Moral harassment (morahara) can constitute "grave reason making continuation of marriage difficult" under Civil Code Art. 770(1)(v). Key evidence includes audio recordings, message screenshots, medical records, and daily logs. Mediation avoids direct confrontation with the harasser. Typical damages range from ¥500K to ¥3M depending on severity and duration.
Divorcing a Morally Harassing Spouse in Japan: Evidence and Procedure
Key Takeaways
- ✓Moral harassment qualifies as psychological DV and grounds for divorce
- ✓Specific conduct must be documented through recordings or diaries
- ✓Typical compensation ranges from ¥500,000 to ¥3,000,000
- ✓Mediation allows resolution without direct confrontation
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