Anime
Times, an anime streaming service on YouTube that offers content and complete series for a
limited time (obviously with region lock to only Japan), recently generated
buzz by publishing the anime “ Yosuga no Sora ” on
its YouTube channel, only to withdraw it shortly after due to “various
circumstances.”
- « [Notice of streaming
cancellation and apology] “Yosuga no Sora”, which we were
distributing on the official Anime Times channel, has been withdrawn for
various reasons. We apologize for any inconvenience caused to
anyone who wanted to see you there. Thank you very much for your
understanding ".
“Yosuga no
Sora” is a Japanese anime and visual novel series that has been the subject of
debate and controversy due to its treatment of taboo subjects, particularly the
depiction of incestuous relationships. The plot follows the story of
siblings Haruka and Sora Kasugano, who move to a rural town after the death of
their parents and explore romantic relationships with various characters in the
town, including an incestuous relationship between themselves.
The series
has been the subject of criticism and debate in the anime community due to its
controversial subject matter, but has also gained some popularity among viewers
who appreciate its storytelling and exploration of the complexities of human
relationships.
Anime
Times' decision to post "Yosuga no Sora" on its YouTube channel and
then quickly remove it suggests that the controversial nature of the anime may
have created problems. The company has likely received criticism or concerns about the
suitability of the content for its platform, especially given the diverse and
global audience it attracts.
- « Why did you think it
was a good idea to publish it on YouTube? ».
- " It is a series
that is impossible to distribute through traditional media, whatever you
think ."
- " I'm not
surprised, to be honest ."
- " I already knew
they would have to remove it, for sure ."
- « It's impossible to
post that on YouTube. In AT-X it is classified as R-15 ».
- « An erotic incest anime
cannot be spread with impunity on YouTube .»
- « Stop testing the
limits of the platform ».
- " That's because,
you know, you can't upload videos for everyone with that nature ."
- « The fact that you were
going to show it on YouTube is a big basic problem. You can't put that on
YouTube, both for expression and content .
Source: Otakomu
