Despite a slight hiccup, he had his snack and cherished attire! Unfortunately, I haven't had the chance to communicate with my son for almost 650 days. Any parent understands that memories alone aren't enough to sustain. Each day, I can only cling to the hope that he's safe,…

It's been over a year and eight months since Tj last saw his father. All his dad wants is to be there for him, to provide a loving and stable environment where Tj can flourish.
Unfortunately, Tj's mom disagrees. While Tj's dad prioritized having a mother in his life, recent…

Each day stretches on, amplifying the emptiness left by your absence, TJ. The echoes of your laughter, the timbre of your voice, the comfort of your being - they linger in my soul, igniting a yearning that transcends words. You're woven into the fabric of my being, and without…

It's been a grueling 635 days since TJ last saw his dad. That's nearly two years without those irreplaceable moments between a father and son, all while $130,000 in child support has been paid.

Despite the hardship, there's a flicker of hope.  2,800 people follow our social…

Little feet splashing in a puddle,
Barefoot joy, the heart unfettered.
His smile like the sun so bright,
Innocent light, a future alight.

Though far apart, memories stay near,
Longing for the day of reunion so dear.
Laughter amidst the splashing spree,
Days with TJ, treasures to…

Another child support payment has been made, marking yet another month without the chance to see my son, TJ. It's been a staggering 630 days since I last had the privilege of spending time with him.

#JointCustody #abusehasnogender #YukaKutsukake #AndrewTucker #YusukeKutsukake …

With the advent of April, a tender wave of nostalgia washes over me. As the zephyrs of spring dance around, I envision my dear son TJ, his small hand slipping from mine, crossing the threshold of the kindergarten gates. The memory of his farewell wave, a silent promise of return,…

Japan to introduce joint custody system after divorce

A bill to amend the Civil Code and other laws to allow joint custody of children after divorce was passed by a majority vote in the House of Representatives on April 16th. The bill is expected to be enacted during the current…

Ah, the age-old struggle: insatiable appetite versus the inevitable food coma! It's a scene that warms many parents' hearts: watching their little one valiantly fight off the drowsiness induced by a luxuriously creamy soft serve.

TJ, the undisputed soft serve champion, wielded…

SO GUILTY My ex-wife has made it impossible for me to have a relationship with our children. thesun.co.uk/dear-deidre/27…

Seeing this picture of TJ playing in the ball pit brings back such nostalgic memories. I can vividly recall his little hands grabbing the balls and his contagious laughter as he tossed them my way. Those precious moments we shared continue to shine brightly in my heart, even…

TJsDad Thank you very much. Let’s hope this starts to get some traction.

Great news for DV victims in Japan! The government pledged to strengthen support today. Abduction and blocking parent-child contact can now be grounds for sole custody or relocation for the non-abusive parent. Local support programs will also be expanded.

#DV #abduction …

As you can see from this video, life is very short. As an older father, my deepest desire is to witness my son TJ living a long and fulfilling life. I understand the brevity of life and cherish each moment, hoping to guide him through challenges and celebrate his successes.…

It hurts me to see Japan criticized for its sole custody system. It's a beautiful country with so much to offer, but this system has become a real sticking point, especially when it comes to international child abduction and fairness in custody battles. The international pressure…

Parent alienation is real and it’s child abuse.

It robs children of having a relationship with a loving parent. Children without both parents in their lives are at a significant disadvantage

Sole custody can cast a long shadow. Studies by Richard A. Warshak have shown a stark difference in the outcomes of children raised without their biological fathers. These children face a significantly heightened risk of delinquency, with statistics showing they're eight times…

613 days passed since his dad last saw TJ

I am the father of a boy that was born in Japan, where I met his mother, Yuka Kutsukake. She was a beautiful and kind woman, but she left me for another man. She said I was too old for her, and she wanted a younger partner. She may have moved to the United States by now, and…