What began as a “joke” for a live stream ended up becoming one of the most striking lessons in humility on social media.
Japanese streamer Reisui sparked global outrage after mocking a street vendor in Lima, Peru, assuming the man did not understand her gestures of contempt.
However, the power of the internet was quick to respond. After a massive wave of criticism and threats that put her safety at risk, the young woman decided to face the consequences of her meanness. In an unexpected turn loaded with cultural symbolism, Reisui returned to the scene to look for the worker.
In front of passersby and cameras, the influencer broke down in tears and performed the “Dogeza”, the Japanese act of kneeling and prostrating oneself as a sign of deep remorse and a plea for forgiveness. The vendor, in a gesture of nobility that contrasted with the initial offense, accepted the apology, thus closing a chapter of karma and redemption that left an indelible mark on the digital community.