New reports indicate that Japan has reportedly asked the United States government to stop using iconic Japanese entertainment characters, including Mario and Pokemon, in its social media posts. This development suggests a diplomatic point of discussion concerning the depiction of globally recognized intellectual property online.

The request, reportedly originating from Japan’s foreign ministry, goes beyond typical concerns about copyright law. The primary apprehension is said to be that the US government’s use of these popular characters on social media could be negatively impacting or damaging the brands themselves, highlighting a deeper worry about their image and integrity. This information is based on reporting by PCGamer.

Source: PCGamer latest