Man Confesses to Threatening Nintendo, Causing $4.3M in Damages

Kenshin Kazama admitted to sending 39 threats due to frustration with games, leading to event cancellations and a potential prison sentence.

Kazama, 27, sent threats through Nintendo's website between August and November 2023.
He admitted the threats were driven by anger over losing in Nintendo games.
The threats led to the cancellation of major events, including the Splatoon Koshien 2023 National Finals.
Prosecutors are seeking a one-year prison sentence for Kazama.
The financial impact of the threats is estimated at ¥700 million ($4.3 million).