In Japan, a group of plaintiffs are outraged following a court's decision to not recognize same-sex marriage. The identities of the plaintiffs remain confidential, but the shared emotion runs deep - anger at the lack of legal validation of their commitments. This is an ongoing issue, with the verdict spawning plenty of discussions across the country. The legal battle is viewed by many as a landmark case towards equality in Japan.

While same-sex partnerships are recognized and granted certain rights in some parts of Japan, the country's constitution does not yet recognise same-sex marriages. This is a deeply debated topic in Japan with one side arguing for the modernization of marriage laws and the other side insisting on preserving traditional values and norms. The case also becomes a symbol of wider concerns about equal rights and social inclusion in Japan.

Opposed to Japan, the US and EU have taken more progressive steps regarding same-sex marriages. In the US, it's legal at a national level since 2015 after a Supreme Court ruling. In the EU, member countries like Portugal, Spain, and the Netherlands recognize same-sex marriage, signifying a more liberal approach to the issue compared to Japan.