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"Niche Gamer's Western Localization Leaves Japanese Users Speechless"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Niche Gamer

Japanese netizens express shock and outrage after learning about the extensive and absurd localization practices in the West, as highlighted in a Niche Gamer article. Comments from Japanese users denounce the alterations made to content for the sake of political correctness, with some expressing concern for the original authors and likening the practices to cultural appropriation and racism. The issue has gained attention thanks to a popular Japanese YouTuber's coverage of the article.

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Japanese YouTuber Imprisoned for Copyright Violation and Game Spoilers

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Verge

A Japanese YouTuber, Shinobu Yoshida, has been convicted of copyright violation and sentenced to two years in prison, along with a fine of 1 million yen. Yoshida uploaded gameplay and anime videos without permission from the rights holders and monetized them, which violated Japanese copyright law. The complaint was filed by the Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA), stating that Yoshida's actions were malicious and infringed upon the efforts of content production. This is the first conviction of its kind in Japan.

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