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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mei Nagano withdraws from "Toyotomi Brothers!" amid alleged affair scandal
23 May - It was reported that Mei Nagano has now withdrawn from the upcoming NHK Taiga drama, "Toyotomi Brothers!" The news was shared by her agency, Stardust Promotion, who stated, "In view of the great trouble and concern caused to the relevant units by this series of reports, [Mei Nagano] has decided to withdraw from the show. We deeply apologise to everyone who is looking forward to the broadcast, as well as the program-related personnel and co-stars." It is noted that Mei has been losing sponsorships and projects since she was embroiled in an alleged affair with married actor Kei Tanaka. Reports claimed that nine advertisers have already taken down her ads since the scandal made headlines. "Toyotomi Brothers!" is a historical series that describes the life of Hidenaga Toyotomi, the younger brother of military commander and samurai Hideyoshi Toyotomi and their sibling relationship during the Warring States period. The drama stars Taiga Nakano and Sosuke Ikematsu. Mei was originally slated to play the role of Hidenaga's first love, Nao. (Photo Source: Mei Nagano IG, TokyoHive)
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Yahoo
Japanese influencer stabbed to death while livestreaming to 6,000 followers
A 22-year-old influencer has been stabbed to death over an unpaid debt while livestreaming to more than 6,000 followers. Airi Sato, who filmed her day-to-day life on an app called WhoWatch, was attacked on Tuesday on a Tokyo street by a man to whom she had failed to repay £13,000, police said. When her feed went dark and emergency sirens could be heard, concerned followers urgently called for help in the live chat. But it was too late. Ms Sato had been stabbed in the head, neck and stomach, and was dead on arrival at hospital. Police said that they had arrested Kenji Takano, 42, on suspicion of murder. They added that he had been apprehended at the scene, and although he admitted to the stabbing, he said he had not intended to kill Ms Sato. According to the news outlet Asahi, onlookers who heard Ms Sato's screams from nearby office blocks initially thought Mr Takano was a 'good samaritan' helping the victim. Police said the pair had known each other for some years, and Mr Takano had lent Ms Sato roughly £13,100. She was yet to repay the debt, despite court cases ruling in Mr Takano's favour, according to TokyoHive. Asahi said the police quoted Mr Takano as saying: 'I got to know the woman through her video streaming, and I started meeting her three years ago by visiting the restaurant where she worked. I had money troubles with her.' He added that he had seen Ms Sato's livestreaming schedule that morning – she had been filming herself making a loop of the city's major train stations. Once he travelled to Tokyo, he tracked her down by identifying the buildings in her videos. Cases of violent crime are extremely rare in Tokyo, a megacity well known for its clean and orderly streets. But this is not the first time a female social media personality has been killed there. Two years ago, a court in the suburbs sentenced a 26-year-old man to 17 years in prison after he killed a 33-year-old influencer in a knife attack. She had recently ended a relationship with him, according to the New York Times. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Telegraph
13-03-2025
- Telegraph
Japanese influencer stabbed to death while livestreaming to 6,000 followers
A 22-year-old influencer has been stabbed to death over an unpaid debt while livestreaming to more than 6,000 followers. Airi Sato, who filmed her day-to-day life on an app called WhoWatch, was attacked on Tuesday on a Tokyo street by a man to whom she had failed to repay £13,000, police said. When her feed went dark and emergency sirens could be heard, concerned followers urgently called for help in the live chat. But it was too late. Ms Sato had been stabbed in the head, neck and stomach, and was dead on arrival at hospital. Police said that they had arrested Kenji Takano, 42, on suspicion of murder. They added that he had been apprehended at the scene, and although he admitted to the stabbing, he said he had not intended to kill Ms Sato. According to the news outlet Asahi, onlookers who heard Ms Sato's screams from nearby office blocks initially thought Mr Takano was a 'good samaritan' helping the victim. Police said the pair had known each other for some years, and Mr Takano had lent Ms Sato roughly £13,100. She was yet to repay the debt, despite court cases ruling in Mr Takano's favour, according to TokyoHive. Asahi said the police quoted Mr Takano as saying: 'I got to know the woman through her video streaming, and I started meeting her three years ago by visiting the restaurant where she worked. I had money troubles with her.' He added that he had seen Ms Sato's livestreaming schedule that morning – she had been filming herself making a loop of the city's major train stations. Once he travelled to Tokyo, he tracked her down by identifying the buildings in her videos. Cases of violent crime are extremely rare in Tokyo, a megacity well known for its clean and orderly streets. But this is not the first time a female social media personality has been killed there. Two years ago, a court in the suburbs sentenced a 26-year-old man to 17 years in prison after he killed a 33-year-old influencer in a knife attack. She had recently ended a relationship with him, according to the New York Times.
