Question from a reader:
Infidelity isn’t a crime legally, right? So, does that mean there’s some freedom for the parties involved?
Reflecting on Infidelity and Freedom
Recently, I was having a conversation with a friend about infidelity, and an interesting episode came up. My friend said, “Since infidelity isn’t legally considered a crime, there is some freedom for the parties involved,”
and I thought that was indeed true. Because it isn’t judged by law, everyone can make their own choices freely. For example, we talked about the late Hino Shohei, whose common-law relationship is really fascinating. He was in a common-law marriage because his wife, whom he married in ’71, didn’t agree to a divorce. It seems that in his younger days, he was quite popular with women and was often chased by tabloid shows. Hearing stories from someone like him, who had a colorful romantic life, makes my heart race a bit.
Interesting Episodes
Speaking of interesting anecdotes, there’s also a memorable story from “Sanma no Manma.” When there was a fight and someone yelled, “I’m getting a divorce!” the response was, “We’re not even married!!” It made me chuckle. Indeed, seeing such moments become topics on talk shows is quite rare in today’s world. If infidelity were a crime, it would be understandable for the police to come rushing in, but in reality, that’s not the case. This is why celebrities can use infidelity as material for humor. Of course, many opinions and emotions are intertwined in these situations.
My Thoughts
I often find myself contemplating themes like these. While I believe that choices regarding marriage and love should be free, I also feel that one must consider the impact on others. Recently, I have been caught up with parenting and have little time for myself, so hearing about my friends’ romantic escapades brings back a sense of nostalgia. So, what do you all think? If you have any episodes or thoughts regarding infidelity, please share them in the comments. I would love to chat with everyone!
