Jacky Wu comments on Wu Xiong's oil-pouring controversy in Japan, warns of harsher penalties abroad

Taiwanese actress "Wu Xiong" (Tsai Yi-chen) has become embroiled in a controversy following an incident at Yakushi-ji temple in Nara, Japan, where she allegedly poured oil on the national treasure known as the Buddha's Foot Stone. The event has sparked discussion in both Taiwan and Japan.

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I'll put it this way. He should be glad it didn't happen in Singapore, otherwise; it would be caning straight away...

Wu Xiong, who debuted in 2002 on Jacky Wu's variety show "Guess Guess Guess," now faces scrutiny over her actions. When asked about the situation, Jacky Wu emphasized the importance of respecting local laws and culture when abroad. He starkly noted that if the incident had happened in Singapore, the consequences would have been far more severe, including caning.

"Going out, you check the weather; entering a room, you read the mood; entering a country, you ask about customs!" Jacky Wu stated, underscoring the need to understand and adhere to local norms when traveling. He believes that "unnecessary persistence" leads to such outcomes, highlighting that even personal beliefs or customs should be adapted to the place one is visiting.

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Going out, you check the weather; entering a room, you read the mood; entering a country, you ask about customs!

Wu Xiong's agent released a statement confirming that the incident is under investigation by the relevant Japanese authorities. Due to the ongoing legal process, direct contact with the artist is currently limited. Information is being gathered through her family and legal representatives in Japan. The agent stressed that the situation is being handled according to Japanese law.

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Personal religious views and personal customs must be adapted to the location... Unnecessary persistence, the consequence is this!