Nippon TV Compliance Violation: Should Non-Employee Involvement Demand Accountability?
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Nippon TV Compliance Violation: Should Non-Employee Involvement Demand Accountability?

Question from Readers:

“I can’t accept the explanation that ‘the involved parties are not employees, so we cannot provide details.’ Am I the only one feeling this way?” Regarding the compliance violation by Taichi Kokubun, Hiroyuki Fukuda, the president of Nippon TV, stated in a press conference that “since the involved parties are not employees, we cannot provide details out

Understanding the Mystery of Nakagawa Shoko's Age: Privacy, Media Responsibility, and Public Curiosity
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Understanding the Mystery of Nakagawa Shoko’s Age: Privacy, Media Responsibility, and Public Curiosity

Question from the readers:
Isn’t it true that Nakagawa Shoko’s age hasn’t been publicly disclosed? It’s not even listed on Wikipedia, and I saw an article in a recent magazine claiming she is 40. Isn’t this going to cause any issues?

Questions About Nakagawa Shoko’s Age

It’s understandable that many people are curious about Nakagawa Shoko’s age since it hasn’t been

Furuichi Noriyoshi's Controversial Questionnaire: Examining Ethical Boundaries in Journalism and Victim Privacy
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Furuichi Noriyoshi’s Controversial Questionnaire: Examining Ethical Boundaries in Journalism and Victim Privacy

Question from a reader:
I’ve heard that Furuichi Noriyoshi sent an eight-page questionnaire to the lawyer representing the victim regarding the reports about Nakai Masahiro’s sexual violence designation. He is an outsider who is neither Nakai’s representative nor affiliated with him, correct? If he wanted to verify the weekly magazine’s article, he should have contacted Bunshun. Why did he send a

Why Governor Saito's Controversy Continues to Dominate Media Discussions
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Why Governor Saito’s Controversy Continues to Dominate Media Discussions

Question from a reader:
Why does the topic of Governor Saito continue to linger? Is it because the media feels a sense of regret over their defeat?

Reflecting on Governor Saito’s Situation

Recently, I’ve been honestly surprised to see the topic of Governor Saito repeatedly covered in the media. As I think about why this issue has persisted for so long,

Analyzing Tohru Hashimoto's Criticism of the Third-Party Committee: Accountability in Media and Internal Investigations
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Analyzing Tohru Hashimoto’s Criticism of the Third-Party Committee: Accountability in Media and Internal Investigations

Question from a reader:
After seeing Tohru Hashimoto criticize the committee, I became a bit curious. Regarding the report from the third-party committee about Masahiro Nakai from Fuji TV, he mentioned things like “don’t condemn” and “there was no opportunity for defense,” but is it truly the committee’s fault? That report is based on an internal investigation according to WHO standards,

Hashimoto Tohru's Controversial Defense of Masahiro Nakai: Analyzing the Complexities of Sexual Violence Claims and Media Responsibility
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Hashimoto Tohru’s Controversial Defense of Masahiro Nakai: Analyzing the Complexities of Sexual Violence Claims and Media Responsibility

Reader’s Question:
What do you all think about the comments made by lawyer Hashimoto Tohru in defense of Masahiro Nakai? Recently, a third-party committee determined that “sexual violence occurred,” yet Hashimoto claimed that “this does not constitute sexual violence,” stating that social sanctions have gone too far. Additionally, Professor Yasutomi Ayumu from the University of Tokyo countered Hashimoto’s opinion, pointing out

Navigating the Controversy: Masahiro Nakai, Legal Opinions, and Media Responsibility in Sexual Violence Discussions
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Navigating the Controversy: Masahiro Nakai, Legal Opinions, and Media Responsibility in Sexual Violence Discussions

Question from a reader:
Recently, there has been a discussion regarding Masahiro Nakai, where lawyer Toru Hashimoto made comments defending him by stating that it does not constitute sexual violence. Despite the third-party committee determining that sexual violence did occur, Hashimoto seems to question the methods of that judgment. Honorary Professor Ayumu Yasutomi has countered Hashimoto’s views, pointing out the essence

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

Masahiro Nakai and Fuji TV: Understanding the Compensation Controversy
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Masahiro Nakai and Fuji TV: Understanding the Compensation Controversy

Question from a reader:
Does Masahiro Nakai really not have to pay compensation to Fuji TV?

Thoughts on the Trouble Between Masahiro Nakai and Fuji TV

Recently, there’s been a lot of discussion about whether Masahiro Nakai should pay compensation to Fuji TV. Hearing this news made me reflect. Even if Nakai-san got into some trouble, should he really be held

Understanding the Nakai Masahiro Incident: A Deep Dive into Media Narratives and Personal Perspectives
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Understanding the Nakai Masahiro Incident: A Deep Dive into Media Narratives and Personal Perspectives

Thoughts on the Nakai Masahiro Incident

Recently, the incident involving Nakai Masahiro has been a hot topic. When reflecting on this situation calmly, some opinions suggest it may just be a case of a complicated relationship between a man and a woman. What do you think? I have also pondered this matter quite a bit. First, Nakai’s clear statement that