Japanese idol and artist, affectionately known as "Yamapi," arrived in Taiwan, drawing an enormous crowd of 700 fans at the airport. The unexpected massive fan gathering caused a major stir right in the airport, yet remained peaceful and controlled. The event underscores Yamapi's phenomenal popularity in Taiwan and his impact on the Asian entertainment scene.
Artists like Yamashita, commonly known as idols, carry significant influence across the cultural landscape in Japan. Fan gatherings of this magnitude highlight the popularity of these idols and their ability to attract international attention. Respect for public safety and order is deeply ingrained in Japanese society, which explains why such a large gathering remained peaceful and controlled.
In the US or EU such fan gatherings for pop culture figures are not completely uncommon, however, they are generally organized through official events or concerts, not spontaneous appearances at a public location like an airport. The culture surrounding idols in Japan and parts of Asia differs from that in the US or EU where celebrity culture tends to be more individualistic and less group-focused.