"Johnny & Associates Founder Kitagawa Accused of Sexually Assaulting Hundreds of Teens"
TL;DR
An investigation into the late founder of Japanese talent agency Johnny & Associates, Johnny Kitagawa, has found credible evidence of sexual assault and abuse against boys dating back to the 1950s, with at least several hundred victims. The investigation calls for compensation for the victims and the resignation of the current CEO, Julie Keiko Fujishima, for not taking action over the years. The report highlights Japan's lagging awareness of rape, sexual harassment, and human rights, and urges more victims to come forward. Kitagawa, who died in 2019, was never charged.
- Johnny & Associates founder Kitagawa sexually assaulted hundreds of teens, investigation finds ABC News
- Johnny & Associates sexually assaulted hundreds of teens, investigation finds Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- Johnny Kitagawa: J-pop talent agency boss told to quit over predator's abuse BBC
- Niece of J-Pop mogul Johnny Kitagawa should resign over abuse allegations, panel says The Guardian
- Japan talent agent Johnny Kitagawa sexually assaulted hundreds of teens: report South China Morning Post
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