# Toru Tamakawa discriminatory remarks controversy > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/toru-tamakawa-discriminatory-remarks-controversy > Updated: 2026-10-28T10:55:55.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. On October 22, TV Asahi commentator Toru Tamakawa drew widespread criticism for remarks made during the ‘Hatori Shinichi Morning Show’. While discussing hair loss, Tamakawa suggested that if lifestyle habits dictated hair density, “all homeless people would be bald,” noting that some people living “dirty lives” still possess thick hair. The comments were condemned on social media as discriminatory and a violation of human rights. While Tamakawa issued an apology during the program, TV Asahi President Nishi held a press conference on October 27 to issue a formal apology, stating the remarks could “promote discrimination and prejudice.” The network has issued strict warnings to Tamakawa and the show’s management. The incident has reignited debates regarding media ethics and why the network continues to employ Tamakawa, given his history of controversies, including a 2022 suspension and previous remarks concerning international political figures. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-28: TV Asahi apologizes for Toru Tamakawa's remarks on homeless population TV Asahi apologized for commentator Toru Tamakawa's inappropriate remarks regarding homeless individuals, sparking debate over his continued employment despite past controversies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tv-asahi-apologizes-for-toru-tamakawas-remarks-on-homeless-population ### 2026-10-23: Toru Tamakawa apologizes for discriminatory remarks about homeless people TV Asahi commentator Toru Tamakawa apologized for making discriminatory remarks about the hygiene and appearance of homeless people during a live broadcast, sparking widespread public criticism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toru-tamakawa-apologizes-for-discriminatory-remarks-about-homeless-people --- Cite as: Toru Tamakawa discriminatory remarks controversy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/toru-tamakawa-discriminatory-remarks-controversy