The issue focused on the legal status of brothels in Japan. - Shoryu was one of the top three brothels in Japan. - It was reported that Suntory was trying to break into the brothels business in Japan. - In March 2012, the industry group Bunka no Kaidan was formed to provide information and legal advice to the brothels. - In March 2012, the National Police Agency started an investigation into the brothels. - In March 2012,