XG Producer SIMON and Avex Employees Arrested in Major Drug Scandal

SIMON (real name: Junho Sakai), the producer of the popular seven-member girl group XG, was arrested in the early hours of the 23rd by the Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of involvement in illegal drugs. His age was not disclosed. A total of four individuals, including SIMON, were arrested. It has also been revealed that three of those arrested are employees of Avex, XG's managing agency.

The charges relate to violations of the Narcotics Control Law (possession of cocaine and dried cannabis). According to police, on the evening of the 22nd, investigators conducted a search at a hotel in Aichi Prefecture, where they seized four bags of cocaine and one bag of dried cannabis. Reports indicate that SIMON had participated in XG's live tour in Nagoya just the day before his arrest.

After 8:00 AM on the 23rd, SIMON was escorted by Metropolitan Police Department investigators and transferred from Nagoya City, where he was taken into custody, to Tokyo Station. This dramatic arrest has sent shockwaves throughout the entire music industry, causing particular concern among XG's members and fans.

SIMON, who has a Korean father and a Japanese mother, was born in Seattle, USA, and raised in South Korea. His arrest is expected to significantly impact XG's future activities and the entertainment industry's stance on drug-related issues.

The involvement of Avex employees in the arrests has prompted some to highlight the 'dark side' of the industry. Attention is now focused on uncovering the full truth behind this incident and implementing measures to prevent future occurrences.

The context

XG is a globally recognized seven-member Japanese girl group known for their distinctive hip-hop and R&B sound. They debuted in 2022 under XGALX, a subsidiary of the major Japanese entertainment conglomerate Avex. SIMON, as their executive producer, plays a crucial role in shaping their music, image, and overall direction, making his arrest particularly impactful on the group's operations and public perception.

Avex is one of Japan's largest and most influential entertainment companies, involved in music production, artist management, live events, and more. The revelation that three of their employees were also arrested alongside SIMON on drug charges is a significant blow to the company's reputation and highlights potential deeper issues within the industry.

Japan has extremely strict drug laws, with severe penalties for possession, use, and trafficking. Such high-profile arrests in the entertainment industry are rare and typically lead to widespread public condemnation and serious professional repercussions for those involved, as well as for the groups and companies associated with them.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Tsuburaya Productions Announces New Ultraman Zero Film for Ultraman Series 60th Anniversary

Tsuburaya Productions has announced the production of a new film, 'Ultraman Zero,' to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Ultraman series. This surprise announcement was made during the 'Ultraman Zero 15th Anniversary Grand Finale' event held at 'TsubuCon 2025,' filling the venue with immense cheers and excitement. Ultraman Zero, who first appeared in 'Mega Monster Battle Ultra Galaxy Legend The Movie' in 2009 as the son of Ultraseven, has been a popular character active in numerous works since then. The news of a new film production for him has thrilled not only long-time fans but also a new generation of tokusatsu enthusiasts. At the event, a video message from Kohji Moritsugu, familiar for his role as Dan Moroboshi, was played, followed by the highly anticipated and dramatic announcement of the new film's production. The audience expressed their joy with comments such as, 'I can't believe I'll get to see Zero in action again, I...
Read more

Tragedy on Miyajima: 1,200-Year-Old 'Eternal Flame' Hall at Mt. Misen Destroyed by Fire

On the morning of May 20, 2026, a fire broke out near the summit of Mt. Misen on Miyajima Island in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture—a site recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage island. The blaze completely destroyed the "Reikado Hall" of Daishoin Temple, which enshrines the "Eternal Flame" (Kiezu-no-hi), a sacred fire associated with the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi (Kukai). Despite a large-scale emergency response involving eight fire engines and helicopters, which succeeded in bringing the fire under control by 10:35 AM that day, the loss of the historic building has left the public in shock. Reikado Hall is a vital cultural structure that serves as the repository for the "Eternal Flame," which is said to have burned continuously for approximately 1,200 years since Kukai first lit it during his ascetic training. This fire is also significant for being one of the source flames for the "Flame of Peace" in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, holdin...
Read more

2021 Japan Derby Winner Shahryar (5-Year-Old Stallion) Retires from Stud Duty

It has been revealed that Shahryar (5-year-old stallion), winner of the 2021 Japan Derby, has retired from stud duty. This unusually early retirement, coming just this year after he began his career as a stallion, has sent shockwaves through the horse racing fan community. The primary reason for his retirement was an extremely low conception rate. In his first year of breeding, he covered 74 mares, but ultimately, only 7 conceptions were confirmed, a severely challenging situation. Given this exceptionally low rate, discussions among those involved led to the decision that it would be difficult for him to continue as a stallion. Information circulating suggests that a testicular disease may be the cause, and there are indications that standard stallion insurance might apply, or that he may be re-purposed. On social media, numerous posts express shock and sadness, with comments like "So sad," "Far too soon," and "Is it even possible for a stallion to retire this...
Read more