Latest News on Hitoshi Matsumoto’s Suspected Sexual Misconduct: A Timeline, Social Media Reactions, and Past Statements
A scoop by Weekly Bunshun on Downtown’s Hitoshi Matsumoto’s alleged sexual misconduct has sparked widespread discussion. This article summarizes the event’s details, involved junior comedians and scriptwriters, the luxury hotel where it happened, Matsumoto’s past statements, his family information, and social media reactions. Update as of January 6, 2024. Timeline of Events Regarding Hitoshi Matsumoto’s Sexual Misconduct Allegations [Updated January 6, 2024] Weekly Bunshun Reports on Hitoshi Matsumoto’s Sexual Misconduct ‘Have My Child!’ (December 27, 2023): Weekly Bunshun reported that Hitoshi Matsumoto of Downtown held a drinking party at a luxury hotel in 2015, where he allegedly coerced a woman into sexual acts. Yoshimoto Kogyo Firmly Denies Allegations (December 27, 2023): Yoshimoto Kogyo firmly denied the article and announced they were considering legal action. Victim Expresses Outrage in Follow-Up Interview with Weekly Bunshun (Night of December 27, 2023): One of the victims expressed her anger in a follow-up interview with Weekly Bunshun. Hitoshi Matsumoto Posts on His X Account ‘I’m Starting to Feel Motivated’ (Night of December 28, 2023): Hitoshi Matsumoto posted on social media, “I’m starting to feel motivated,” indicating his stance on the report. Report Covered by Singapore’s Leading Newspaper ‘The Straits Times’ and Gains International Attention (December […]