Prominent Japanese kickboxer, Nasuukawa Tenshin, has openly expressed dissatisfaction with journalists and asked for a break from the intense media scrutiny. He made these statements during a recent press interaction, without detailing the specifics of his grievance. However, the tension between athletes and the press is a recurring theme in professional sports.

In Japan, athletes, particularly those in notable positions like Tenshin, are often scrutinized by the media in thorough detail. Japan’s culture places a high value on respect and propriety, so Tenshin's stance towards journalists could spark debates around the ethics of sports journalism and the personal space of athletes.

Comparable situations can be found in the US and EU, where athletes are also under constant media attention and often voice their concerns about privacy infringement. One recent example is Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from Roland Garros and her subsequent decision to take a break from competition due to mental health considerations stemming from intense media scrutiny.