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Evidence No.47
Evidence No.47

Evidence No.47

[Confirmation] Decision Regarding Whistleblower Report

Date/Time: May 16, 2025, 15:27

From: ATOMURA atomura.k-gs@nhk.or.jp

To: Shunsuke Kimura shukku9998@gmail.com

Mr. Kimura,

Thank you for your message.

We have reviewed the many materials you have provided so far.

However, unfortunately, at this time there are no plans for media coverage.

Thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely,

Atomura

Keisuke Atomura

NHK Osaka Broadcasting Station

[Redacted for privacy]

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📘 OECD/UNCAC Legal Reference

  • OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
    • Chapter III (Disclosure): Enterprises and media are expected to contribute to transparency regarding issues of material public interest, including whistleblower cases.
    • Chapter II (General Policies): Failure to acknowledge whistleblower reports undermines responsible business conduct and due diligence obligations.
  • UNCAC (United Nations Convention against Corruption)
    • Article 13 (Participation of Society): Recognizes the importance of the media in exposing and addressing corruption and misconduct.
    • Article 33 (Protection of Reporting Persons): Notes the necessity of institutional and societal mechanisms to ensure that whistleblower disclosures are not silenced.

📎 The original Japanese evidence document (PDF) is attached below for reference.

Date
2025/05/16 3:27 PM (GMT+9)
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Summary

Despite receiving detailed documentation and acknowledging the significance of the case, NHK ultimately declined to report on the matter. This non-engagement reflects a broader pattern of systemic failure in Japan’s whistleblower protection landscape.

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NHK's Official Refusal to Report on the Whistleblower Case