In an unpredictable act, comedian Ken Horiuchi caused a commotion by grabbing the groin of actor Yuuki Yamada during an episode of a televised show in Japan. The unprecedented scene left both the studio audience and TV viewers at home utterly stunned, sparking instant buzz on social media platforms. The episode aired during primetime, with millions of viewers tuned in.

Japanese television shows, especially variety shows, have a tradition of surprising stunts and jokes to keep viewers engaged. This humorous, yet unexpected act can be seen as an extension of that tradition. However, such behavior might raise issues related to consent and personal space, sparking a conversation about boundaries in Japanese entertainment industry.

In the US or EU, such an act would likely generate controversy and could even potentially lead to lawsuits. Grappling with consent and boundary issues in the entertainment industry has become a major concern in western societies post #MeToo movement.