Ukraine-born Miss Japan winner relinquishes crown following affair

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Ukraine-born Miss Japan winner relinquishes crown following affair
bbc.com

The Ukraine-born winner of the Miss Japan beauty pageant has given up her crown after a tabloid report revealed her affair with a married man.

Karolina Shiino, 26, was crowned Miss Japan two weeks ago but her win sparked public debate due to her heritage.

While some welcomed the naturalised citizen's crowning, others said she didn't represent traditional Japanese beauty ideals.

Amid the furore, a local magazine published an expose alleging an affair.

The article in the Shukan Bunshun reported that Ms Shiino had engaged in a relationship with a married influencer and doctor. The man has not provided any public comment.

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Why do people still pay attention to this weird beauty contest bullshit? Why is it news? How is it still a thing?