Kick streamer Oblivion is facing criticism online after a recent live stream in Japan led to an uncomfortable situation inside a convenience store. The incident occurred on June 8 while Oblivion was broadcast with boxer Ryan Garcia.
During the broadcast, the streamer entered the Family Mart store with a cameraman following him. Within seconds, a store worker confronted him and quickly escorted him out of the building.The situation continued outside the store, where the worker insisted on forgetfulness and called the police. The broadcaster and those with him seemed confused about what was happening. However, the store employee was upset that a camera had been brought into the store without permission.
Clips of the meeting quickly spread across social media, leading to widespread discussion among viewers.
Oblivion draws comparisons to Somali Johnny after filming dispute in Japan
When police arrived at the scene, reports explained why the store employee reacted so aggressively. In Japan, photographing people without their consent can raise privacy concerns. Many businesses also have their own rules about in-store recording, especially when employees and customers appear on camera.
According to clips from the broadcast, the store owner told authorities that he did not like that the streamer suddenly entered the store while filming. Although the encounter created tension, Oblivion was eventually allowed to leave and later joined forces with Ryan Garcia.As videos of the incident spread online, many social media users began comparing Oblivion to controversial player Johnny Somali. The Somali became known for stirring up trouble during his trips to Japan and South Korea, leading to legal troubles and public backlash.
Some viewers felt that Oblivion’s actions reminded them of those past events, while others argued that the situations were not directly comparable.The controversy came just one day after Ryan Garcia had a similar problem in Japan. On June 7, videos spread online showing a 7-Eleven employee becoming upset after Garcia filmed him. This particular incident sparked conversations about the importance of respecting local traditions and maintaining their privacy when live streaming from abroad.Japan remains one of the top choices for IRL creatives due to its bustling cities, distinct culture, and large number of internet users. But incidents where live streamers get into trouble continue to spark conversations about proper etiquette when live streaming and respecting local merchants.Oblivion’s little detour into the Family Mart ended up becoming a very viral topic once again about how streamers are supposed to behave abroad.
