Netflix Dating Show Badly in Love Loses Ministry Partnership

The Japanese Justice Ministry recently cut ties with the Netflix dating show Badly in Love. The partnership was meant to promote rehabilitation efforts for former offenders. However, the move quickly drew intense criticism from the public and crime victims who felt the association was highly inappropriate.

Many viewers expressed concern that featuring the show alongside official ministry programs could be seen as glorifying criminal backgrounds. The controversy grew until the ministry felt it was necessary to address these worries directly.

On August 21, the Rehabilitation Bureau officially confirmed the end of the collaboration. Officials stated that while their intention was to improve public understanding of the rehabilitation process, they realized the partnership caused too much distress and ultimately decided to step away from the project.