The discussion about the presence of content involving sexualization of minors in fictitious works has surfaced in Japan. This time, the UN , through its special rapporteur for minors, Maud de Boer-Bucicchio , made a direct appeal to the Japanese government requesting the prohibition of manga and illustrations with L0LI -even when the characters are virtual.
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According to the representative, although the country has advanced in laws that penalize the possession and distribution of real child pornography, there are still gaps in the law that allow the marketing of graphic materials with characters that, although fictitious, represent minors in sexual or suggestive situations.
Debate between artistic freedom and child protection
Although the theme divides opinions, most of the artists and manga authors are positioned against the ban. For them, the line between freedom of expression and criminal content is thin , and it is difficult to establish objective criteria that do not negatively affect cultural production.
However, local NGOs and activists argue that materials with children's characters in swimsuits and provocative poses feed a worrying market. Although such content does not show genitals - and therefore escape the current legislation - the goal of sexual arousal would be clear, as pointed out by experts.
In fact, according to official data, Japan recorded 1,828 cases of child pornography in the last year, involving 746 children. Therefore, the UN believes that allowing these graphic representations can maintain a culture of dangerous tolerance.
And now, what to think?
After all, the controversy raises complex issues: To what extent should fiction be regulated? Is banning L0LI censorship or legitimate protection? While Japan decides its next steps, do we want to know your opinion: Manga with L0lis should be banned or not?
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Source: Examination
