Taiwanese celebrity 'Wu Xiong' faces jail time for splashing liquid on Japan's historic 'Buddha's Foot Stone'

Taiwanese celebrity Cai Yizhen, known as 'Wu Xiong,' faces serious legal repercussions in Japan after allegedly defacing a national treasure. She was arrested for splashing liquid on the 'Buddha's Foot Stone' at Yakushi-ji Temple in Nara, a site boasting a thousand-year history.

Under Japan's Law for the Protection of Cultural Properties, Cai could be sentenced to up to five years in prison or fined up to 1 million yen (approximately $200,000 New Taiwan dollars). The incident has drawn attention to the strict preservation laws in Japan for its cultural heritage.

Amidst discussions about the potential penalties, netizens have been comparing Japanese prison food to Taiwanese fare. Online discussions revealed that Japanese prison meals are nutritionally balanced, featuring staples like barley rice, pickled vegetables, and natto for breakfast, and fish or meat dishes with vegetables for lunch and dinner.

Notably, Japanese prisons reportedly do not serve miso soup. This is attributed to two theories: one suggests miso soup is considered a luxury, and prisoners should not be afforded such comforts. Another theory points to a famous escape in the Showa era where a prisoner used the salt in miso soup to corrode his handcuffs, leading to his moniker as Japan's 'strongest escape king.'

Cai's agent has stated that information is currently limited, and they are unable to comment on the specifics of the incident. They emphasized that they will respect the ongoing investigation process in Japan.

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We currently have very limited information and cannot provide a statement or response on behalf of the individual regarding the details of the incident and media reports. We will respect the local investigation process in Japan.