PM Takaichi Orders Review of Penalties for Prostitution Buyers
At the House of Representatives Budget Committee on the 11th, Prime Minister Takaichi instructed Justice Minister Hiraguchi to consider legal regulations on prostitution, specifically the introduction of penalties for those who solicit it. This "unprecedentedly swift response," in which the instruction to review was given on the spot in response to a request from the opposition, has garnered significant attention. The move has also generated considerable debate on social media, sparking both positive and negative reactions. The backdrop to this instruction is believed to be "the case of the 12-year-old in Thailand," which had repercussions across the entire sex industry. In response to the Prime Minister's swift action, numerous positive comments have appeared on social media, such as "Quick decision!", "Finally, an instruction to consider!", and "Amazing speed!" There are also calls for strengthening penalties for soliciting prosti...