Inappropriate Video Exposes Hiroshi Ikushima’s Sexual Harassment Practices Involving Kishu Don Juan’s Ex-Wife

“I have no intention of retiring.”

After the broadcast of “Good Morning Ichikosen,” Kiyo Morimoto (85), who serves as the MC of “Morimoto Kiyoshi Standby!” that follows, expressed his criticism, and TBS announcer Shinichiro Azumi (51) and others also made harsh comments about the program.

“Azumi’s wife was previously with ‘Ikushima Planning,’ and after their marriage, Azumi even visited Ikushima to report about it. However, despite that, Ikushima’s reputation for frequently scolding staff during live broadcast commercial breaks, sticking to a Showa-era style, was well known within the station” (TBS insider).

It is already known that TV and radio stations have compliance departments. Among them, TBS is known for having separate compliance contact points for both in-house and external staff, and even freelance staff can quickly get the contact details of a lawyer’s office if they inquire.

“In fact, several staff members have left Ikushima’s program. It is true that some staff did not have a favorable view of Ikushima. The accumulation of such facts likely led to his sudden departure. However, there are also voices in the industry defending Ikushima. He is caring, approachable, and takes on any job. His upbeat nature and good rapport made him a sought-after MC for events and parties.

His abilities as a company president were high. However, he also had a lighthearted nature and lacked compliance awareness, and would carelessly exchange LINE contacts with anyone. He himself is deeply reflecting on this, but for now, it seems that he does not intend to retire. We may hear an explanation from him directly at some point” (entertainment insider).

The current entertainment industry has clearly changed, and it is uncertain whether a simple explanation could lead to a return, as was possible in the past.