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What really goes on inside Japan’s idol industry? In this episode of Japan Today Spotlight, we explore the strict no-dating and no-sex rules placed on Japan’s J-pop idols — especially young women. From emotional control and punishment tactics to the rise of AI-generated performers, we take a deeper look at the power dynamics, mental health pressures and cultural double standards baked right into the system. — Why are idols banned from romance? — What’s the impact on teenage performers? — And wha

2.5K views · 13 reactions | The San Japan Idol Festival team has announced the 2024 Performers. See them on Saturday August 31st, at San Japan 15. Get your penlights ready for this amazing cast of performers ready to hit the stage at San Japan Idol Festival! ★ Prismatic Love ★ Echo Effect ★ +Kiseki ★ Tsukisu ★ ICEpop ★ laan.PARTY ★ Love Notes ★ Riel ★ Start:Splash | San Japan | Facebook

41K views · 185 reactions |  #Japan's "idol" industry grooms aspiring singers, often young girls, and turns them into megastars. But with the success comes a steep price: performers are meant to impart innocence, all the while wearing sexy outfits. They're not allowed to have any love interest for they are in an exclusive relationship with their fans, often older males. Critics say that this industry inappropriately commercialises young girls ⤵️ | FRANCE 24 English | Facebook

📌 What really goes on behind the scenes of Japan’s idol industry? In this episode of Japan Today Spotlight, we look at strict no-dating rules, public punishments, the rise of AI idols — and ask what it all says about power, control and entertainment underneath the glossy image of the J-pop industry today. 🎧 Watch now: https://youtu.be/1oB8rKR8edU #JapanToday #Jpop #IdolIndustry #JapanTodaySpotlight | Japan Today