Filipina TikTok star, Bella Poarch, drew flak on social media after netizens took notice of her left arm tattoo, the Rising Sun flag of Japan.
The flag is associated with Japanese imperialism, as well as the East Asian nation’s actions in the Second World War. Due to Imperial Japan’s treatment of Korea while under its colonial rule, the flag to this day remains offensive for Koreans.
Korean netizens took offense at the Pinay’s tattoo, and explained why it’s problematic. Bella had apologized online on Sept. 6, and clarified that she loved Korea and she did not mean to hurt anyone. She also promised to have her ink removed to correct the mistake. “I will have the tattoo removed or do a cover up. I did not know the history behind the tattoo and I will educate other’s about it,” the content creator wrote.
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