ABSTRACT
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of existing victim support systems in Osaka, Japan, and to identify the primary challenges these systems face in meeting the needs of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and discrimination. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the research incorporates a literature review and interviews with key organizations including Zoe Japan, Amnesty International Japan, and Human Rights Now Japan. Additionally, using a quantitative approach, the study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of existing victim support systems in Osaka, Japan, and to identify the primary challenges these systems face in meeting the needs of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and discrimination. However, due to data limitation (insufficient data to geographical scope (Osaka, Japan), the analysis was generalized to Japan. The findings reveal significant barriers, including cultural stigma, limited resources, and insufficient inter-agency coordination, which impede victims’ access to justice and support. This paper proposes actionable recommendations for enhancing victim support frameworks, with the ultimate goal of strengthening human rights protections within Osaka’s evolving urban landscape.