The story centers on an AKB member named Hanada who had her contract terminated. Shaking the entertainment industry, Hanada has publicly unveiled her buzz-cut appearance as a result. The reason behind her sacking and the decision to shave her hair remains a mystery but has sparked immense public anticipation for Hanada's next move.

In Japan, idols' professional and private lives are strictly regulated by their agencies. A severe breach can lead to contract termination. Further, a shaved head is traditionally an act of penance, expressing deep remorse. This strict control and stringent social norms become the focal point of public conversations.

In the US or EU, celebrities also face contractual agreements, though not as stringent as Japan. Publicly expressing remorse or regret is subjective and comes without prescribed gestures like a shaved head in western cultures. Privacy laws and freedom of expression tend to be stronger, protecting celebrities' rights more assertively.