>>56249988In Japan, a significant proportion of idol fans believes that an idol can't have a lover as they must be fully dedicated to the fans, even if everyone involved knows it's a game of pretend. Some idols might agree with this sentiment enough to retire by themselves despite running fine careers.
Some agencies may penalize, demote or end an idol's contract due to no-dating clauses / practices
They're worried about lower sales since maintaining their idols (seemingly) single and available is part of the strategy
Kinda special how the idol industry has a large enough ass to sit on both of the "cute and refreshing" and "pseudo-romance psyop scam" chairs at the same time
