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Originally Posted by truehappiness

Even though it isn't as insulting in Asia/wherever else, I can't help but feel like Shu-ya is probably aware of Western culture enough to know what it means...

His body language during the whole thing is also not very 'joking' in nature, I think.

The whole of Asia is aware of what it means in Western culture. But to be honest, I would have to disagree with the body language..but hey, we'll never know. I'd just rather think that Shu-Ya, or any of Ayu's staff, aren't stupid enough to put her reputation at risk or insult her fans that support them. I think Ayu would be more angry than anyone.

Well, if there's any scandal in the media we'll find out~ lol

Originally Posted by the3ye

I remember some sort of scandal in Japan when a japanese boxer (?) gave middle finger to his opponent and audience. So I guess it's still offensive.

In modern culture Japan it really isn't as offensive as it is here. So I guess it depends on the context? If you use it whilst being aggressive in general, then of course it's going to cause offence. I just can't imagine a dancer in the middle of a concert used to making mistakes getting that worked up/aggressive lol

Originally Posted by majrakun

It looked like he was looking at something, got distracted, tripped and then flipped someone off. He also looked like he was sorta laughing/smiling.

Yeah, that's how I saw it too.