Japan’s Cabinet approves a basic government plan aimed at raising public awareness of issues faced by sexual minorities, according to multiple reports. The plan sets out measures to strengthen education and reduce discrimination, including awareness-raising training programs and improved consultation support. It also calls for better information materials for the public at the local level, with municipalities receiving leaflets and related content such as training videos. The government proposal emphasizes that unjust discrimination should not be tolerated. In addition to public-facing awareness efforts, the plan includes steps to enhance consultation systems, seeking to improve access to support for people facing discrimination or needing guidance. The approval follows the release of the government’s policy framework for how different levels of administration should implement the measures. Overall, the plan focuses on communication, local outreach, and strengthening channels for consultations, as Japan works to address societal attitudes toward LGBTQ+ people and improve the mechanisms available to them.