Seoul, South Korea – South Korean authorities have summoned a Japanese woman for questioning following allegations that she kissed BTS member Jin without his consent during a fan event last year. The incident reportedly occurred at a free hug event hosted by Jin in June 2024, just one day after he completed his mandatory 18-month military service.
According to an official at Seoul’s Songpa Police Station, the woman faces potential charges of sexual harassment. The police launched an investigation after receiving an online complaint but declined to release the woman’s identity, citing privacy concerns. Details of the ongoing investigation remain limited, with the station withholding further comment.
Media outlets report that the woman, believed to be in her 50s, was identified with assistance from Japanese authorities. She has so far refused to comply with the summons for questioning. The alleged incident took place during a celebratory event in Seoul, where Jin—whose full name is Kim Seok-jin—greeted fans to mark both his military discharge and BTS’ 11-year anniversary.
Approximately 1,000 attendees were present when the woman reportedly kissed Jin on the cheek, an act captured in viral video footage that showed the 32-year-old singer appearing visibly uncomfortable.
In a blog post quoted by Yonhap News Agency, the woman allegedly wrote, “My lips touched his neck. His skin was so soft,” further fueling public attention on the case.
Jin, the eldest member of BTS, has been a prominent figure in the K-pop world since the group’s debut in 2013. BTS, known for its massive global fanbase dubbed the “Army,” continues to make headlines as its members navigate post-military careers and individual projects. The investigation into this incident underscores ongoing discussions about boundaries and consent at.
Key Points:
Incident Details: A Japanese woman allegedly kissed BTS member Jin without consent during a free hug event in Seoul in June 2024, held a day after Jin completed his 18-month military service.
Police Action: South Korean police from Seoul’s Songpa Police Station have summoned the woman for questioning on suspicion of sexual harassment following an online complaint.
Investigation: The woman, in her 50s, was identified with help from Japanese police but is reportedly refusing to appear for questioning.
Event Context: The event celebrated Jin’s military discharge and BTS’ 11-year anniversary, attended by around 1,000 fans; viral video footage showed Jin looking uncomfortable after the kiss.
Woman’s Statement: She allegedly wrote in a blog post, “My lips touched his neck. His skin was so soft,” according to Yonhap News Agency.
BTS Background: Jin, 32, is the oldest member of BTS, a globally popular K-pop group formed in 2013 with a massive fanbase known as the “Army.”
