When a Japanese passes away and leaves behind an estate, what the heirs must do is “partition the estate.” The procedure is complex, and due to misunderstandings or lack of knowledge, it is often seen that family relationships deteriorate or mental stress accumulates before resolution in Japan. This article provides an explanation that anyone can […]
1. What kind of mediation is estate division mediation in a Japanese court? This is a mediation procedure conducted at the family court aimed at reaching a resolution when heirs cannot agree among themselves on how to divide the estate. Mediation at the family court is a procedure in which a judge and mediation commissioners […]
Are you wondering, “Can I inherit? How much can I inherit?” This article explains in an easy-to-understand manner, the outlineabout inheritance, including the specific scope and order of those who can become heirs, the differences in inheritance with and without a will, and even cases where one cannot become an heir. In conclusion, the spouse […]