In Japan, the conduct of on-screen personalities, including the weather forecasters, has recently become a hot topic for debate. Questions have arisen about acceptable boundaries when it comes to teasing or joking on live broadcasts. The issue cropped up following a series of incidents where such jesting was perceived as going too far. This article discusses the fine line between harmless banter and disparaging language, taking into account the perspective of the forecasters who are often subject to such ribbing.

In Japan, there's a subtle cultural facet where gentle teasing and banter among colleagues, including on live television, is often seen as an expression of camaraderie. But public mood is changing, with increasing recognition of the fine line between innocent ribbing and disrespectful behavior. The subject involves moral and ethical values as it impacts on broadcasting standards and workplace ethics in the country.

In contrast, in the US and EU, the issue of workplace harassment, including on-air media behaviors, has received recognition and regulations have been set in place to prevent such incidents. The #MeToo movement and increased sensitivity towards mental health has further stressed the need to maintain respectful conduct at all times, even under the guise of humor.