This article explores the high divorce rate in Japan, which is almost 20%, compared to 10% in the United States. It looks at various factors that contribute to this high rate, such as economic pressures, cultural expectations and gender roles. Additionally, it examines how historical changes in Japanese marriage and divorce laws have impacted couples' decisions when it comes to getting married or divorced. Finally, it looks at how social and cultural factors, economic factors and gender roles all play a role in the high divorce rate seen in Japan today.