Who is Oblivion? FamilyMart controversy draws comparisons to Johnny Somali in Japan’s viral livestream
On June 8, during a livestream in Japan, famous streamer Oblivion ran into controversy when he was thrown out of a FamilyMart store and questioned by police for running a camera. The incident happened when he was traveling with his partner Ryan Garcia.
This livestream of Oblivion quickly went viral on social media and gave rise to many discussions among the viewers. Some viewers compared his behavior to that of well-known internet personality Johnny Somali. Johnny Somali has also been seen several times in controversies due to his operation of cameras in public places.
FamilyMart store personnel said that operating cameras inside the store is against the rules and it may violate the privacy of other customers. Oblivion was also asked many questions by the police in this matter. However, the streamer, in his clarification, said that his aim was only to convey his journey to the audience and he did not intend to violate the rules anywhere.
This incident has sparked a new debate in Japan regarding the rules of streaming and the protection of privacy in public places on social media. There are strict rules regarding personal privacy in Japanese society and everyone is expected to follow them.
Experts say that in new media mediums like livestreaming, it is necessary to have clear rules so that the rights of both content creators and the general public are protected. This controversy also showed that streamers coming from abroad should understand and respect local rules.
After the FamilyMart controversy on social media, many users expressed support for Oblivion while others criticized them for violating local rules. This incident thus proves that making videos in public places is becoming a sensitive topic in the digital age.
Ultimately, this incident will not only affect the popularity of Oblivion but will also raise legal and ethical questions on streaming and public behavior in Japan.
