Yuko Kato

May 15, 2023 | bbc.co.uk | Yuko Kato |Vibeke Venema

By Yuko Kato & Vibeke VenemaIn Tokyo and LondonThe CEO of Japan's most powerful pop talent agency, Johnny and Associates, has apologised to alleged victims of sexual abuse committed by its late founder, Johnny Kitagawa. A BBC documentary spoke to several victims and prompted a J-pop star to come forward with his story of abuse. Thousands of fans of Japanese boy bands have since signed a petition calling for a full investigation. The Japanese media have long been accused of a cover-up.