Divorcing in Japan

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Diksha Moderator

Member since 01 September 2017

DikshaModerator07 August 2019 05:52:15

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Hello everyone,

Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in Japan can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious.

Where and how do you apply for a divorce in Japan? How long does it take for the process to be completed?

If the couple has children, which measures can be taken in order to protect their interests?

Which procedures should be completed so that the divorce is legally recognized in the country of origin?

How is divorce viewed in Japan?

Being away from one's home country and loved ones, what advice do have for staying strong emotionally and mentally in this situation?

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Diksha

inpnansrgp3 Member

Member since 24 March 2019

inpnansrgp3Member08 August 2019 19:44:41

Its a painful experience to remember, but yes its possible.
Best way to initiate the divorce is via mutual consent its called as Kyogi rikon, just fillup the divroce form and submit it to the City Hall. It must be hanko-ed (or signed) from both parties. Its the least expensive and quickest process. Min time needed is around 2 weeks. This patter is the least likely, because most of the time both parties dont agree mutually.

So then you can either opt for Cho-tei rikon, Saiban rikon or Shinpan rikon.
These are tough steps and may take several months, you would then probably need a lawyer (rikon-bengoshi) a lot of money, a lot of patience, and finally the courage to accept the ordeal.

But the most important thing to keep in mind that, the victim only can file for family court divorce. so somehow you have to convince that you are the victim of the partner's wrong doings.

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