Japan: Austrian Man Caught Having Sex With Japanese Woman at Shrine in Kesennuma; Arrested
A 61-year-old Austrian man was arrested for engaging in sexual activity with a Japanese woman at a shrine in Kesennuma. The man faces charges of disrespecting a place of worship and may receive a fine.
Tokyo, September 5: A 61-year-old Austrian man was caught having sex at a Japanese shrine, Kesennuma, with a native woman on August 22. Local police arrested the man, and he is facing charges of disrespecting a place of worship. Police told CNN they arrested the man, fearing he might flee, but did not arrest the woman. He has since been released. The case may end in a fine instead of forced repatriation.
The incident occurred on the grounds of a shrine in Kesennuma, a small coastal town located approximately 500 kilometres (310 miles) north of Tokyo. This picturesque location, known for its serene environment, was the backdrop for the unsettling act. Japan Birth Crisis 2024: Number of Babies Born in Japan Shrink to Record Low, Totaling 350,074, Shows Government Data.
The police explained that such cases do not always lead to forced repatriation. Instead, the outcome can vary, and the resolution may sometimes involve a financial penalty rather than deportation. This means that, depending on the specifics of the case, individuals might face fines as an alternative to being sent back to their home countries. 'Sexually Frustrated' Dolphin Attacking Beachgoers in Japan's Wasaka Bay, Rubs Its Genitals Against People During Attacks: Report.
In a similar incident, a 17-year-old Canadian was questioned for allegedly scratching "Julian" into a wooden pillar at a UNESCO temple in Nara. The boy admitted it, saying he didn't intend to harm Japanese culture. He was with his parents at the time.
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