The president of Fuji Television Network Inc. apologized Friday over allegations it was involved in a sexual misconduct scandal invol

The scandal has sparked widespread criticism, with many questioning Fuji TV’s corporate governance and crisis management.

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The president of Fuji Television Network apologized Friday over allegations it was involved in a sexual misconduct scandal involving Japanese TV host Masahiro Nakai, best known as a member of the now-defunct pop group SMAP, and a woman.

The move comes amid rising criticism over the broadcaster’s handling of alleged sexual misconduct by former SMAP member Masahiro Nakai.

TOKYO (TR) – Masahiro Nakai, a former member of the boy band SMAP and television personality, apologized this week over reported “trouble” with a woman more than one year ago.

Major network Fuji Television said today it was probing allegations involving one of Japan’s biggest celebrities after an activist investor said it

A Japanese tabloid reported that it involved a sexual act against the victim's will. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Koichi Minato, president of Fuji Television Network Inc., apologized over a sex scandal involving TV personality Masahiro Nakai on Jan. 17, saying a third-party panel will investigate the matter.

Japan's Fuji Television said it will open an investigation into a high-profile sex scandal linked to one of the country's top celebrities

The head of Japan's Fuji Television network announced plans on Friday for an independent investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against one of the country's top celebrities and company officials' suspected involvement.

Fuji Television is launching an independent investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against popular TV host Masahiro Nakai and potential company official involvement. The scandal has impacted Fuji TV's shares and corporate governance credibility.