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Domestic Violence (DV) or Afraid of Your Partner

If you are experiencing violence from a spouse or partner, are too afraid to stay at home, or your actions are being strictly controlled, please don't carry this alone — talk to someone.

Do This Right Now

If it is an emergency, call 110If you want to talk to someone, call DV Sōdan+ (24 hours)

If you are experiencing violence from a spouse or partner, are too afraid to stay at home, or your actions are being strictly controlled, please don't carry this alone — talk to someone.

Your safety comes first.

If you are in danger right now

If you are experiencing violence, being followed, or facing immediate danger, move to a safe place.

In an emergency, call 110.

If you are injured and need an ambulance, call 119.

Signs you should consult someone right away, and a reminder that consulting is an important step to protect your safety.
Signs you should consult someone right away, and a reminder that consulting is an important step to protect your safety.

DV is not only physical violence

DV can take many forms, including:

  • Hitting, kicking, or other physical violence
  • Shouting or threatening
  • Not letting you use money freely
  • Strictly restricting going out or your relationships with others
  • Forcing sexual acts

Consultation contacts

DV Sōdan+

  • Phone: 0120-279-889
  • Phone available 24 hours
  • Online chat
  • Foreign-language consultation: chat in 10 languages

DV Sōdan Navi

  • #8008
  • Connects you to your nearest Spousal Violence Counseling and Support Center, etc.
  • Consultation hours vary by contact point
DV includes not only physical violence but also psychological abuse, control over daily life, and sexual violence.
DV includes not only physical violence but also psychological abuse, control over daily life, and sexual violence.

DV Sōdan+ (DV Consultation Plus)

Through "DV Sōdan+," you can talk to a specialized counselor.

As of August 2026, the following are available:

  • Phone: 24 hours
  • Online chat
  • Consultation in foreign languages: chat in 10 languages

The phone number is 0120-279-889.

A list of public windows where you can consult about DV (DV Consultation Navi, spousal violence counseling centers, municipal consultation desks).
A list of public windows where you can consult about DV (DV Consultation Navi, spousal violence counseling centers, municipal consultation desks).

DV Sōdan Navi (DV Consultation Navi)

Calling "#8008" connects you to your nearest Spousal Violence Counseling and Support Center or similar organization.

Consultation hours vary by contact point.

If you are also worried about your residence status or your children

When escaping DV, several issues may overlap at once, such as:

  • Residence status
  • Children
  • Housing
  • Money
  • Divorce

JANIA alone does not make individual legal judgments.

We connect you to the professionals you need, such as DV consultation counters, consultation counters for foreign residents, lawyers, and administrative scriveners (gyōsei shoshi).

If you are worried about your partner seeing your history

If there is a chance your partner is checking your smartphone or browsing history, prioritize your safety.

Consider whether you can use a safe device or a place where you can consult safely.

Main places to check

  • Gender Equality Bureau, Cabinet Office
  • DV Sōdan+ (DV Consultation Plus)
  • DV Sōdan Navi (DV Consultation Navi)
  • Police

Last checked: August 2026