Understanding Consent: Navigating Perceptions and Power Imbalances in Modern Society

The Importance of Consent and the Differences in Perception

Recently, while observing the discussions surrounding the matter involving Nakai Masahiro, I found myself pondering why so many people attempt to assess whether “consent was given” solely from the perspective of the perpetrator. Honestly, I was a bit concerned to see how many individuals seemed to think, “Wasn’t the woman initially

Understanding the Demand for Press Conferences: The Role of Talents in Scandals and Public Accountability

Question from a reader:
Regarding talents who have caused scandals like infidelity or sexual violence, I would like to understand why people generally feel the need for them to hold a press conference. Personally, I believe that politicians and bureaucrats should definitely hold press conferences in such cases, but for talents, it seems sufficient to provide explanations or apologies to their

Understanding the Watanabe Nagisa and Nakai Masahiro Controversy: Misunderstandings, Public Perception, and the Future of Supporters

Question from a reader:
I saw news about a controversy involving Fuji TV’s Watanabe Nagisa, where Nakai Masahiro responded. It seems a third-party committee will provide some reaction, but if their findings confirm that there were misunderstandings as Nakai claims, what will happen to those currently supporting Watanabe? Will they change their views? Or will they continue to assert that she

Exploring the Dynamics of Nijisanji’s Group Projects: Why Popular Male Vtubers Take the Lead

Question from Readers:
In Nijisanji’s group projects, it feels like the leaders and central members are almost always the same faces. There seem to be many popular male Vtubers in particular. Is there any reason for this? I enjoy the group projects, but I can’t help but notice that the first impressions tend to feel similar.

Thoughts on Nijisanji’s Group Projects

Masahiro Nakai Controversy: Examining the Implications of Sexual Violence Allegations and Media Response

Thoughts on the Case of Masahiro Nakai

Recently, there have been various opinions circulating regarding Masahiro Nakai being labeled as a “perpetrator of sexual violence.” I also have questions about the responses from Fuji TV and the third-party committee, especially after reading the report, which surprised me. The report states that “no actual circumstances were confirmed,” so it’s puzzling why