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A streamer from Kick was recently apprehended by police in Osaka after he was seen walking through the streets while pretending to be in a first-person shooter game, brandishing a gas-powered replica gun.
The phenomenon of streamers stirring up trouble in Japan has become increasingly prevalent, with various creators facing backlash for their public stunts.
Even local personalities have faced scrutiny; for instance, Kick’s 220ninimaru found himself in hot water while filming segments around Osaka with his AKX Gas Blowback Rifle.
Manufactured by Tokyo Marui Airsoft, this rifle is touted as an innovative take on the classic AKM. However, despite lacking lethal capabilities, it landed 220ninimaru in trouble with local law enforcement.
Kick streamer unsettles public with real-life FPS antics
During his live stream, 220ninimaru was seen moving throughout the mall while pretending to narrate his actions as if he were in a video game, evoking the aesthetics of a first-person shooter.
This particular style of filming even mirrors the concept of the 2015 film ‘Hardcore Henry’, which was filmed entirely from a first-person viewpoint.
As he strolled through a shopping center, he simulated gunfire and made shooting sounds while peering towards a stairwell leading to a subway, which understandably caused distress among bystanders.
Reports from Fuji TV indicated that the Osaka-Kansai Expo was taking place nearby, with heightened anti-terror security protocols in effect, which likely heightened the concerns of the public.
Eventually, footage posted on X by ‘RandomGamerTRGD’ shows the streamer being approached by law enforcement while dining at a restaurant.
Streamer expresses regret over replica gun incident
“We’ve had multiple reports regarding your behavior. Could you please show us what you have?” the officers inquired. “It’s concerning, and understandably so, as it’s difficult for onlookers to discern whether the object is real or fake.”
After demonstrating to the officers that the firearm was fake, he was nevertheless escorted to the station for further questioning. Upon resuming his stream, 220ninimaru informed viewers that he would no longer be permitted to carry the gun in public, which he expressed disappointment over.
Legal experts note that while possessing airsoft replicas is not against the law, public display could provoke anxiety among spectators, making such behavior inadvisable.
In the aftermath, the streamer issued an apology for the incident, admitting to having “gotten a bit carried away.”
Johnny Somali, a controversial streamer currently facing legal issues in South Korea, commented on the incident, suggesting he has left a significant mark on Japanese streaming culture.
The Osaka Minami police detective, Toyonaga Shin, remarked on Somali’s influence, stating that he has similarly impacted both foreign and Japanese streamers.
“I’ve left my mark on Japan Even the detective acknowledged that I’ve influenced the local streaming scene,” Somali noted.
This incident contributes to a broader narrative of disruptive streaming acts in Japan, which has seen various creators facing backlash. Earlier this year, Ice Poseidon encountered law enforcement after picking and eating fruit from trees, and both Mizkif and Tokyo Sims faced criticism for perceived disrespect towards Japanese culture while filming antics involving cherry blossom trees.
Furthermore, the dilemma of disruptive streaming behavior extends beyond Japan; in the Philippines, streamer Vitaly is confronting serious accusations for his outrageous stunts, with even the country’s president expressing outrage over their impact.
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