A massive investigation has been launched in Japan following reports of an impersonation scandal involving a high-profile 'STARTO' talent agency. Reportedly, someone has been falsely posing as one of the talents under the agency. The who, when, and how remain undisclosed as officials dive deeper into the issue. This revelation has cast yet another shadow over Japan's seemingly glamorous entertainment industry, known for its strict hierarchy and rules.

Japan, with its strong cultural amenities, values the entertainment industry highly. Such scandals can damage the reputation and trust in the industry. In Japan, respecting authority and maintaining authenticity are paramount - this impersonation crime breaks both these social norms, possibly leading to severe legal consequences.

In the US or EU, impersonation and fraud, particularly in the entertainment industry, are taken very seriously with strict legal consequences. However, in contrast with Japan's collective and hierarchy-focused culture, the focus in the US/EU is more individual-oriented. Hence, such scandals might result in more personal outrage and criticism rather than reflections on a societal level.