Overview

• During Jin's May 2025 hi-touch event in Seoul, fans were instructed to touch his hands lightly and refrain from forceful grabbing or in-motion photography.
• The guidelines aim to prevent incidents like the June 2024 BTS FESTA hug event, where a Japanese fan allegedly kissed Jin without consent, prompting legal action under South Korea's Sexual Violence Punishment Act.
• South Korean police are still investigating the 2024 incident, with the Japanese suspect requested to travel for questioning and a second suspect now cooperating after initial resistance.
• Jin used the event to promote his second solo album, 'Echo,' marking his return to public activities following his military discharge.
• The incident has sparked broader discussions on consent and safety in fan-artist interactions within the K-pop industry, leading to the adoption of stricter protocols.