Mother of 'Terrace House' star Hana Kimura files ethics complaint over death
The mother of Hana Kimura, a cast member of Fuji Television's popular reality show "Terrace House," filed a complaint with a broadcast ethics watchdog Wednesday alleging a human rights violation over her daughter's death in May following cyberbullying. "Terrace House" came under heavy criticism and ...
Fuji TV had deal with 'Terrace House' cast on how scenes played out
Fuji Television said Friday that it had a written agreement with cast members of its popular reality show "Terrace House" concerning how scenes would be staged and shot, after the cyberbulling-linked death of Hana Kimura triggered a massive public outcry. "Terrace House" came under heavy ...
COVID-19 pandemic has left us all feeling a little overwhelmed
When the internet sits in judgment on perceived violators of unwritten laws, its standards tend to be those of a technologized lynch mob.
Suicide in Japan: Seeking to part the dark clouds as pandemic threatens recent progress
The death of ‘Terrace House’ star Hana Kimura in May has thrust the issue of suicide back into the national spotlight.
Hana Kimura's legacy is one of inclusion and acceptance
With all the news about Hana Kimura focusing on her death, I wanted to write about her life.
Japan considers anti-cyberbullying steps after Netflix cast member death
A Kyodo article explores the language of cyberbullying and notes government views on what should be done.
Comedian B.J. Fox: The joke I regret making on 'Terrace House'
The recent passing of "Terrace House" star Hana Kimura has focused Japan's attention on the topic of cyberbullying.
Japan panel calls for disclosing cyberbullies' names and phone numbers
Under the current law, people must go through multiple court proceedings before they can identify individuals who make hateful posts against them.
Cyberbullying regulation in Japan could have a chilling effect
Communications ministry considers measures to make it easier to identify those who post abusive remarks on social media.
Public begins to wake up to sheer volume of harassment online
Social media users want abusers to drop their veil of anonymity.
Seeking kindness after a 'Terrace House' tragedy
The death of 'Terrace House' star Hana Kimura gives new impetus to discussions about cyberbullying.
'Terrace House' season canceled following death of Hana Kimura
Producers at Fuji TV announced on Wednesday evening that its hit reality show “Terrace House Tokyo 2019-2020” has been canceled following the death of one of its young stars, 22-year-old pro wrestler Hana Kimura. A message on the official website read in part “We would ...
