Yoshimoto Kogyo’s Controversial Matsumoto Hitoshi Announcement Sparks Backlash

“On the other hand, there seems to be an image of a deviation from Matsumoto, who is asserting baseless claims. On the 24th, the fourth installment of revelations from Bunshun was published as a breaking news report, featuring a former talent who comes forward with her real name and face to talk about the damage, adding a strong impact to the situation.

In response, Yoshimoto issued a statement. While Matsumoto is personally taking legal action, for Yoshimoto, it’s challenging to easily align with Matsumoto when a woman is alleging harm. Yoshimoto seems to be in a half-helpless state” (Television industry insider)

In response to Yoshimoto’s announcement of progressing with fact-checking,

“A 180-degree turnaround from baseless claims.”

“Wait, were they defending Mr. Matsumoto without verifying the facts or having any basis?”

“It seems like Yoshimoto is finally steering towards cutting ties with Mr. Matsumoto.”

Various voices are pouring in, expressing a range of opinions.

Yoshimoto’s statement includes terms such as compliance and harassment. On the other hand, on the internet, videos of past performances by Yoshimoto comedians are circulating, bringing to light numerous instances where they have exhibited behaviors belittling the dignity of women. This has become a widely discussed topic.

For Yoshimoto, which is also involved in projects like the Osaka Expo, may have begun to think, 

“We cannot sink with Matsumoto on the same ship.'”

And they might be starting to consider this line of thinking—whether they can afford to be on the same boat as Matsumoto.