Backlash grows in Thailand
On Thai social media, the backlash intensified after Jack Papho responded to comments with defensive and confrontational remarks, including statements about nationality and comparisons with other countries. Influencers such as JapanSalaryman, Pigkaploy, and Golfwashere criticised the behaviour and explained why the location is particularly sensitive:
The Fuji–Lawson viewpoint already suffers from dangerous overcrowding
Tourists have been crossing streets illegally, leaving trash, and disrupting local residents
Authorities have considered measures to restrict access due to repeated misconduct
They warned that the clip reinforces negative stereotypes and contributes to growing frustration among Japanese residents about foreign visitors.
Calls for passport cancellation and ban from Japan
The controversy escalated further when a Facebook user submitted an open letter to the Director-General of the Department of Consular Affairs, urging the government to revoke Jack Papho’s Thai passport and refuse future passport issuance, citing behaviour that “embarrasses Thailand abroad”.
Many Thai netizens supported the request, arguing that his actions damaged the country’s reputation. The calls extended to the Embassy of Japan in Thailand, where many urged Japanese authorities to revoke his visa and ban him from entering Japan permanently.
The letter cited legal grounds under the 1977 Passport Act, allowing revocation if a passport holder commits offences abroad or acts in a way harmful to national security or public order.
AloJapan.com