Question from Readers:
I was very surprised to see Ryoko Hirosue’s home broadcasted on television. Just because she is a celebrity, does that mean it’s necessary to show a house with children on national television? If this was reported solely for ratings, I believe it crosses the line into human rights violations beyond the freedom of the press. Concerns were
raised regarding the coverage of Shohei Ohtani’s mansion, and various networks claimed they would be considerate, yet it seems that lesson was not applied in this case. It feels as though viewers are being underestimated. I’ve heard voices in the reporting field expressing that “someone should have stopped this,” but the fact that it wasn’t halted until it aired suggests that the organization’s ethics may not be functioning properly. Can a news organization that lacks the intention to protect families rightfully speak about its public role? In such circumstances, I feel that the structure of the television industry, where no one takes responsibility, is reaching its limits. What do you all think? Is this “reporting,” or merely “exploitation”?
The Balance Between Celebrity Privacy and Reporting
I was surprised to see Ryoko Hirosue’s home broadcasted on television recently. I couldn’t help but wonder why such a thing would happen and what the purpose really was. Is it truly necessary to show a house with children just because she is a celebrity? As a father myself, I worry about the impact on families with children. While freedom of the press is important, it is indeed problematic when it infringes on others’ privacy. Especially since she has become a suspect, exposing her home seems excessive.
Is Reporting for Ratings Going Too Far?
I can understand the perspective that reporting has escalated in pursuit of ratings. Even regarding Shohei Ohtani’s mansion, various networks stated they would be considerate, yet it feels like that lesson wasn’t applied in Ryoko Hirosue’s case. I strongly sense that viewers are being taken for granted. There are also voices in the reporting field suggesting that “someone should have stopped this.” The fact that no one intervened before it was broadcast indicates a possible failure of organizational ethics. I too question whether a news organization that lacks the intention to protect families has the right to discuss its public role.
The Fine Line Between Reporting and Exploitation
In this situation, it seems that the television industry’s structure, where no one takes responsibility, is reaching its limits. Is this “reporting,” or just “exploitation”? I often find myself watching the news and pondering, “Is this really necessary information?” In some of my favorite comedies, social issues are sometimes addressed, prompting deep reflection amidst the humor. While I believe that reporting to protect families is essential, figuring out how to achieve that is a complex issue. How do you feel about this? If you have any memories or opinions regarding such reporting, please share them in the comments. I hope that by sharing our thoughts, we can contribute to a better direction, even if just a little.
