Multiple manufacturers have introduced they’re slicing ties indefinitely with Johnny & Associates following a public apology for the founder’s sexual abuse.
Johnny & Associates is a well-known idol firm in Japan that focuses on cultivating male abilities. The founder, Johnny Kitagawa (ジャニー喜多川) has lengthy been accused of misconduct with the younger boys underneath his firm label.
It’s solely after his demise again in 2019 that extra victims got here ahead and with it renewed credibility to the accusations; most not too long ago Kauan Okamoto spoke about his expertise with the Johnny & Associates founder.
Just a couple of days in the past, the corporate lastly issued a public apology admitting to the founder’s illicit actions. The abuse has lengthy been thought-about an open secret, with a Tokyo excessive court docket ruling that such an assault did occur as early as 2004.
Almost instantly after, Asahi Group Holdings introduced they might not use Johnny & Associates abilities in promoting going ahead. Asahi Group Holdings is essentially identified for his or her Asahi model beer.
Fellow meals and beverage firm Kirin has additionally determined to not renew their contracts with Johnny’s.
