Key Facts
• A teacher in Nagoya was arrested for filming girls’ underwear and sharing on SNS.
• Suspect: Yuji Moriyama, 42, a senior teacher ranked third in school hierarchy.
• Incident occurred during an off-campus activity; photos shared in group chats.
• Emergency meeting held at the school with approximately 270 parents attending.
• Parents expressed shock, anger, and concern over their children’s involvement.
• School principal confirmed Moriyama often took photos during events and activities.
• Reports of Moriyama encountering children near changing rooms raised further concerns.
• School canceled physical education classes involving changing clothes as a precaution.
Summary
A teacher at a Nagoya elementary school, Yuji Moriyama, 42, was arrested for allegedly filming girls’ underwear during a school trip and sharing the images on social media. Moriyama, a senior teacher ranked third in the school hierarchy, was known for taking photos during school events. An emergency meeting was held with around 270 parents, many of whom expressed shock, anger, and concern about their children’s potential involvement. The school principal acknowledged reports of Moriyama being seen near changing rooms and emphasized prioritizing student care. In response, the school canceled physical education classes requiring changing clothes. The incident has left the school community deeply unsettled.
