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One of the most distinctive aspects of Japanese entertainment is its pop culture, also known as "J-pop." J-pop encompasses a wide range of music genres, from idol groups to rock and electronic music. Japanese pop music has a massive following, with many artists achieving incredible success and fame. For example, groups like AKB48, One Direction's rival in terms of popularity, and Arashi, a boy band with a huge following, have become household names. J-pop idols are often trained in a rigorous apprenticeship system, where they hone their singing, dancing, and acting skills before debuting. This system has produced some of Japan's most successful and enduring artists. Japanese pop music has a massive following, with
Yet, the darker side of this system (the jidai or "era" system) cannot be ignored. The recent implosion of Johnny & Associates (now Smile-Up), following the admission of decades of sexual abuse by founder Johnny Kitagawa, has forced a long-overdue reckoning with the absolute power agencies hold over tarento (talents). This scandal has reshaped how the public views the shiny surface of J-Pop idol culture. This system has produced some of Japan's most