In response to a case involving an employee being sexually harassed, the Japanese national broadcasting organization NHK has publicly apologized. The issue involved one of their staff members becoming a victim of sexual misconduct. The actions leading up to NHK's apology and how it plans to rectify the situation remain undisclosed. The broadcasting company is expected to implement necessary reforms to prevent future incidents.

Sexual harassment in the workplace has long been a serious issue in Japan, often going unreported due to cultural norms of harmony and non-confrontation. In recent years, however, wider societal pressure is prompting companies to address sexual harassment more openly and seriously. There is increased effort to revise laws and create stricter workplace regulations for safer, more inclusive environments.

Like in Japan, workplace sexual harassment is a significant issue in the US and EU. In these regions, there have been many movements aiming to address and correct these issues, such as the #MeToo movement. More laws and regulations shielding employees from sexual harassment exist, but enforcing these remains challenging.