The problematic nature of Japanese Idol culture is acknowledged. I still thought this was heartwarming.

An important announcement regarding Seira Umegwa

Thank you all for your continued kind support of Idol Kyoshitsu New.

Seira Umegawa is currently in the sixth grade, and we are informing everyone that as of the time of this writing, November 25, 2024, she believes in Santa Claus.

We apologize for the suddenness of this, but following discussions between the other members of the group and Umegawa’s parents, we are requesting that fans conduct themselves, in words and actions, with the presumption that Santa Claus exists.

  • @Sanctus@lemmy.world
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    226 days ago

    Oof, I kinda wish you would have started with this. Sounds like a Brittney Spears type of deal for everyone standard.

    • Cris
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      526 days ago

      Lol, sorry, I didnt know enough specific details to explain prior to going through the Wikipedia page.

      Hope you have a lovely day!