Key Facts
• June 19, 2025: Fuji TV President Kenji Shimizu met with the victim to apologize.
• The case involved sexual violence by former talent Masahiro Nakai against a former Fuji TV announcer.
• A third-party committee confirmed the incident occurred “in the course of work” in March 2025.
• Shimizu acknowledged the company’s failure to address the victim’s claims appropriately.
• Fuji TV agreed to compensate the victim for economic and emotional damages.
• Measures to protect the victim from defamation and harassment were included in the agreement.
• The victim expressed hope for organizational reform to prevent future incidents.
• She highlighted the severe emotional toll caused by online harassment, including threats to her safety.
• Fuji TV pledged to collaborate with the victim to combat online human rights violations.
Summary
Fuji TV President Kenji Shimizu issued a formal apology to a former Fuji TV announcer who was a victim of sexual violence by ex-talent Masahiro Nakai. The incident, confirmed by a third-party committee in March 2025, occurred during work-related activities. Shimizu admitted the company’s inadequate response to the victim’s claims and the mental distress caused by its public statements. On June 19, 2025, Shimizu and the victim signed an agreement addressing defamation countermeasures, compensation for damages, and measures to protect her from further harassment. The victim urged Fuji TV to reform its organizational culture and emphasized the need for strict action against online human rights violations. Fuji TV committed to working with the victim to address these issues.
