An idol-actor has announced the resumption of his entertainment activities following a groping scandal.
On the 25th, Japanese idol-actor Kenshin Kamimura opened his own social media account and posted a lengthy message to inform fans of his return to show business.
Kenshin Kamimura | Singtao
He apologized deeply, saying, “I sincerely apologize to everyone involved and to the fans who have supported me for the great inconvenience and concern caused by the incident in Hong Kong last year.”
He continued, “Up until now, I have taken time to deeply and seriously face myself and think about how to proceed with my life moving forward.” He added, “During this process, I have come across voices of those who continue to support me and stand by me unchanged, and I have also felt a great boost from my former agency encouraging me.”
Kenshin Kamimura officially confirmed his comeback, saying, “With these feelings in my heart, I have decided to slowly but surely resume my entertainment activities.”
He also expressed gratitude, saying, “I sincerely thank all the parties who have supported me so far, as well as the fans who continue to cheer for me unwaveringly. I also apologize for not being able to report to you sooner. I will do my utmost to earn even more support going forward. Please continue to look favorably upon me.”
Earlier, Kenshin Kamimura was embroiled in controversy for allegedly sexually groping a female interpreter at a fan meeting after-party in Hong Kong in March last year.
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The victim claimed that despite clearly expressing rejection, Kamimura repeatedly made inappropriate physical contact, including touching her thigh.
Following the controversy, Kamimura’s agency, Stardust Promotion, terminated his contract and also expelled him from the group.
Though Kamimura claimed innocence, the Hong Kong court found him guilty, stating, “The defendant touched the victim in a manner implying sexual undertones with inappropriate intent.”
In Hong Kong, the charge of indecent assault can carry up to 10 years in prison. However, considering that Kamimura was expelled from his agency, forced to pay a penalty of approximately ₩520 million KRW (about $352,000 USD), and has undergone a five-month trial, the court sentenced him to a fine of about ₩2.63 million KRW (about $1,780 USD).