Divorce Is Not Just Between Couples: Wakai to Host Film Screening Event Focused on Children's Future

Wakai Co., Ltd. (URL: https://ddrwakai.co.jp/, Minato City, Tokyo; CEO Reiemon Matoba), which aims to make judicial services accessible to everyone through its smartphone mediation platform, will host a screening of the film 'A MISSING PART Until I See You Again' on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Myozenji Temple in Minato City, Tokyo.

This event is more than just a film screening.

It is a social dialogue event designed to address the reality of parent-child separation due to divorce or separation, and the challenges that have emerged with the introduction of the joint custody system. Individuals under 18, or those aged 29 and under who have been separated from one parent due to divorce or separation, are invited free of charge, creating an opportunity to listen to the voices of those directly affected.

Background

Approximately 180,000 couples divorce in Japan each year. However, divorce is often framed as a 'couple's issue,' and the emotional impact on children, parent-child relationships, psychological burdens, and prolonged conflict are not sufficiently recognized or discussed in society. With the joint custody system set to launch in April 2026, there is a growing need for society as a whole to reconsider the future of families after divorce.

As a provider of online mediation services that enable communication 'without meeting in person,' Wakai aims to create a space for dialogue—not confrontation—through the power of film.

Key Features of the Screening

① Film Based on Real Stories: The film 'A MISSING PART Until I See You Again' portrays the real-life consequences of parent-child separation due to divorce, encouraging audiences to reflect on 'what children are feeling.'

② Open to Affected Individuals: General attendees under 18, or those aged 29 and under who have been separated from one parent due to divorce or separation, are invited free of charge. No detailed explanation of personal circumstances is required—a key feature of this event's operational policy.

③ Promoting Dialogue, Not Divorce: Wakai does not advocate for divorce. Whether couples choose to separate or reconcile, the company aims to reduce emotional conflict and create an environment where children's futures are prioritized.

CEO Statement

Reiemon Matoba, CEO of Wakai Co., Ltd.:

"Films do not aim to persuade anyone. Instead, they create opportunities to understand the feelings of people in different situations. Divorce and separation cannot be resolved by law alone. That is why we have organized this screening—to offer a space to 'understand the other person' and 'understand a child's feelings.'"

We hope this event will be recognized as a 'social dialogue initiative that uses film as an entry point to discuss divorce, joint custody, and access to justice in Japan.' We sincerely invite media representatives to attend and cover the event.

Event Overview

Event Name: 2nd Myozenji Temple Film Screening by Wakai Smartphone Mediation

Film: 'A MISSING PART Until I See You Again'

Screening Dates and Times: Saturday, July 18, 2026

Session 1: 18:30–20:10

Session 2: 20:30–22:10

※ Free admission for individuals under 18, and those aged 29 and under who have been separated from one parent due to divorce or separation.

Venue: Myozenji Temple (3-2-13 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo)

Entrance to Myozenji Temple

Access Map to the Screening Venue

Key Themes of the Screening Event

How should society listen to 'children's voices' in the era of joint custody?

Treating divorce not as entertainment but as a social issue

The significance of hosting the event at a temple (dialogue, emotional healing, community)

The social role of online mediation services that promote 'dialogue over conflict'

The initiative to offer free admission to youth separated from a parent

This film screening is positioned as an opportunity to foster social dialogue on 'the future of families and children in the era of joint custody.'

Approximately 20 participants are expected for each session. Although it is a small-scale event, we plan to facilitate direct interviews with individuals facing divorce, mediation, and child custody issues.

We sincerely appreciate your consideration and hope you will attend and report on this important event.

For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us.

Thank you for your kind support.