U.N. group urges 'transparency' from Japan on Johnny's abuse claims

Talent agency should take action to provide appropriate 'grievance mechanism'

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The offices of Johnny & Associates are seen in Tokyo on May 15. © Kyodo

ALICE FRENCH, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- A United Nations working group on Friday called on Japan's government to ensure transparency in the handling of multiple claims of child sexual abuse against the late Johnny Kitagawa, founder of the country's largest talent agency, Johnny and Associates.

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