Question from the readers:
I’ve seen news about Hasegawa Yutaka’s diary, where he apologized to Kasai Ana. He mentioned that he didn’t expect to be criticized and emphasized that everything in the diary is factual, even though it dates back nearly 20 years. What are your thoughts on this?
About the Hasegawa Yutaka Diary Incident
Recently, I came across news regarding Hasegawa Yutaka’s diary, in which he apologized to Kasai Ana. I was a bit surprised by his statement that he didn’t expect to face backlash. It seems he may not
have anticipated the extent of the reaction to his words.
It Makes You Reflect
From his emphasis that everything in the diary is true, even if it was nearly 20 years ago, you can sense his strong conviction. However, in the online world, a single statement can ignite controversy, so perhaps he should have understood that better. I also find myself sometimes concerned about how my statements on social media will be perceived. Especially in our generation, even when we intend to joke, we can’t predict how others might interpret it.
Reaction from Fuji Television
I’m curious about how Fuji Television will respond to this situation. It feels somewhat unfortunate that worrying too much about viewer reactions might hinder free expression. The idea of Fuji staff taking a polygraph test is quite amusing, isn’t it? Honestly, I believe the television industry should be more open.
A Little Personal Experience
There was a time when I made a joke at a small community event, and I was surprised by the reaction it received. Everyone laughed, but later, I found myself wondering, “Was that a bit inappropriate?” Words can be tricky. It’s common for what we say to be taken in unintended ways.
In Conclusion
Through this incident involving Hasegawa, I’ve realized that our statements come with responsibilities. Have any of you had similar experiences? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. I hope we can learn from each other!
