Right to Know

Central issue is the right of donor-conceived individuals to know their genetic origins under constitutional law.

Case Requesting Confirmation of Obligation to Investigate Biological Parent, etc. (Reiwa 3 (Wa) 28700)
  1. Case Requesting Confirmation of Obligation to Investigate Biological Parent, etc. (Reiwa 3 (Wa) 28700)
  2. Jurisdiction: Japan (2021 (initial filing), 2025 (Supreme Court judgment))
  3. Original Case: 令和3(ワ)28700 生物学上の親調査義務確認等請求事件
  4. DefendantsThe State of JapanPlaintiffsAnonymous Plaintiff (A)Defense AttorneysCounsel for the State of JapanPlaintiff AttorneysPlaintiff's Legal TeamJudgesSupreme Court of Japan (Grand Bench) Presiding JudgeInstitutionsTokyo District CourtTokyo High CourtSupreme Court of Japan
  5. Case Tags: Assisted Reproduction;Right to Know;State Liability;Supreme Court of Japan