The relationship between pop idols and fans is built on passion. Sometimes, that passion drives supporters to go ballistic on one another.
Self-proclaimed “new kawaii” J-pop outfit Fruits Zipper partnered with the Japan Racing Foundation this year to promote horse racing. As part of the campaign, its seven members appeared at Tokyo Racecourse in Fuchu for a post-race talk event on June 8.
Things got out of hand.
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