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BTS's RM is under fire for smoking in a non-smoking area in Japan during a recent visit, sparking public outrage.

BTS's RM is under fire for smoking in a non-smoking area in Japan during a recent visit, sparking public outrage.

April/23/2026 12:19

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BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) RM is causing controversy due to allegations of smoking and littering cigarette butts in a non-smoking area in Japan. According to a report by Weekly Bunshun on the 22nd, RM was in Japan for BTS's world tour and had a drinking party with acquaintances in the bustling area of Shibuya. The media reported that 'there was no smoking area inside the bar RM visited. However, RM and others were openly smoking in the hallway of the building. Furthermore, they discarded cigarette butts at their feet, which a female staff member picked up and cleaned the floor.' Additionally, photos were released showing RM smoking in a non-smoking area with acquaintances, alongside a cleaning employee, drawing attention. BTS performed 'BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN JAPAN' on the 17th and 18th of this month in Tokyo. They are scheduled to meet fans at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, USA, on the 25th, 26th, and 28th.

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