Japanese Woman Faces Harassment Allegation for Unwanted Kiss at BTS Jin’s Fan Event

South Korean police summon a Japanese woman in her 50s over allegations of kissing BTS member Jin without consent during a 2024 free hug event in Seoul.

The incident occurred in June 2024 during a BTS fan event celebrating Jin’s military discharge and the group’s 11-year anniversary.
Video footage shows Jin visibly uncomfortable after the woman abruptly kissed him on the cheek in front of approximately 1,000 attendees.
South Korean authorities identified the woman with assistance from Japanese police but report she is refusing to appear for questioning.
The woman reportedly detailed the encounter in an online blog post, describing physical contact with Jin, which has fueled public attention.
Police are investigating the case as a potential instance of harassment, with Jin possibly being called to provide a statement as the victim.