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Post-tsunami Japan sees boom in relationships
Tradition and a reaffirmation of life come to the fore in the wake of disaster.
Last Modified: 21 Jun 2011 16:42

Japan's March 11 earthquake and tsunami may be pushing its people to make life changing decisions.

The disaster has forced many into re-acknowledging the importance of family ties and partnerships and although reports indicate the sale of wedding rings are up, lawyers say so is the rate of divorce.

Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports on affairs of the heart from Tokyo.
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