Friendly Alien Neighbour's Things

I'm surprised to learn that LGBT adult can't get married or adopt children in Japan. I mean.. this is one of the leading countries in terms of LGBT medias (novels, comics, audio dramas, animations, movies, live actions, theatre plays, you name it).

By comparison.. LGBT medias that I have mentioned above are banned in my country. You won't ever see anything LGBT legally displayed or sold in bookstore/cinemas/online stores. LGBT related websites and search keywords are banned too (have to use VPN).

LGBT marriage are not recognized by the country. Idk about adopting law in my country, maybe the same with Japan.. BUT in reality there are some single (single on paper but some of them have long time partner) LGBT public figures in my country and AFAIK they are able to adopt and foster children publicly. They have been in the eye of the public for decades and nothing is ever happen to them (no problem with the law enforcement regarding them adopting children).

On the surface my country is pretty strict towards LGBT. But in practice.. like I explained above there are famous LGBT celebs (comedians, dancers, singers, desaigners, youtubers, etc) able to life their life in the public eye till old age, have partner and children.. respected and loved by the public. It's a weird paradox.

What about in your country? Is there any gap between LGBT related laws on paper vs in reality?
(If you aren't comfortable mentioning your country name, you can ommit it)

Any of you live in Japan? Is the law about LGBT marriage and adoption implemented strictly there?