Adult film actress faces backlash over earthquake donation
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Japanese adult film actress Yua Mikami donated 3 million yen (approx. $27,000) to aid recovery efforts following the Kumamoto earthquake.
- Mikami faced malicious online comments accusing her of donating "dirty money" earned from her profession.
- She defended her actions, stating that her profession should not disqualify her from contributing to disaster relief.
Japanese adult film actress Yua Mikami has donated 3 million yen (approximately $27,000) to support recovery efforts in the Kumamoto region following a devastating earthquake. Mikami announced her donation through her social media, expressing her heartfelt concern for those affected by the disaster.
Alongside the monetary donation to the Japanese Red Cross, Mikami and a friend also sent essential relief supplies, including beverages, food, sanitary products, and diapers. She urged those still enduring difficult times to prioritize their health and safety.
While Mikami's gesture garnered significant support and praise from many online users who commended her "good influence" and "actions speaking louder than words," she also encountered harsh criticism. Some commenters targeted her profession, labeling the donation as "dirty money."
In response to the backlash, Mikami firmly stated, "There is no reason to have my support denied simply because of my profession." She expressed hope that her public donation would encourage more assistance for the victims and reiterated her commitment to continue supporting the relief efforts to the best of her ability.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.