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Additionally, the industry is grappling with labor issues, particularly the "crunch" culture in animation studios. However, the rise of digital idols (VTubers) and AI-driven entertainment suggests that Japan will continue to lead the world in defining what "the future of fun" looks like. Conclusion

For decades, the male idol industry was a monopoly owned by . Founded by Johnny Kitagawa , the agency produced every major boy band (SMAP, Arashi, King & Prince). After Kitagawa’s death in 2019, a BBC documentary and lawsuits revealed that for 40+ years, he had systematically sexually abused hundreds of teenage boys under his care.