Real murder sees School Days replaced by Nice Boats

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Okay, it's a tragedy but what in heaven's name does it have to do with a TV show?! I'm guessing fans of the show are outraged, and rightly so. I guess 'bowling for Columbine' knee-jerk reactions aren't restricted to the US!

I'm sure the picture of a 'nice boat' will persuade anyone thinking of committing a heinous and brutal crime to change their minds though.[/sarcasm]

It is hardly a knee-jerk reaction. Japan is a very society-centred culture and I am sure that the TV station did not want to offend anybody involved with the incident. Besides that, violent crimes in Japan happen somewhat less than most other places in the world, which is why they cause such a fuss when they do happen.

I agree. It's not some overeactive response to avoid bad influences it seems more like an act of respect (though the whole calming boats thing sounds a little patronizing). At any rate if the show sucks so badly then I suppose its no great loss. :?