The Liberal Democratic Party has divided the pros and cons of introducing the system over the "selective surname for married couples" who can give their surname before marriage if the couple wishes, while the Komeito and Constitutional Democratic Party are willing to introduce it, and next year's House of Representatives election It is also expected to become an issue toward.
The Liberal Democratic Party discussed the pros and cons of introducing the system over the "selective surname for married couples", but the pros and cons were divided and opinions were disagreed. Based on the above, the expression "promote further examination" was used.
Within the Liberal Democratic Party has come out even voice that we should put together again discussion was the party of ideas the pros and cons of the introduction of the system, but Shimomura Policy Research chairman indicates its intention to proceed with the careful discussion, does not stand the prospect of opinion aggregation ..
In response, the Komeito, which forms a coalition, has announced a policy of allowing "selective married couples' surnames," and Yamaguchi said, "The Liberal Democratic Party should also face changes in society and make decisions that suit the times." Is urging.
Opposition parties such as the Constitutional Democratic Party have also shown a positive attitude toward the introduction of "selective surnames for married couples", saying that "some people are having trouble with their daily lives and work because they cannot use their surnames before marriage." It is also expected to be an issue for the House of Representatives election.