Can Japan's new custody laws reunite parents with their children? | Children's rights

101 East examines whether reforms to Japan's sole custody system will put an end to parental child abductions.

For decades in Japan, one parent was given sole custody after a divorce. Critics say this encouraged parents to legally abduct their children and cut off contact with the other parent.

Some heartbroken mothers and fathers have not seen their children for years, and the children are now speaking openly about the trauma they have experienced.

Due to international pressure, Japan wants to reform its sole custody system. But many are resisting these changes.

101 East examines whether new reforms to Japan's sole custody system will put an end to parental child abductions.