日本节目散布不实信息煽动对华焦虑情绪，日媒发现：所谓“消息源”查无此人

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights the spread of misinformation regarding the ownership of water sources in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, and the response from local authorities to clarify the situation [1][3]. Group 1: Misinformation and Response - The claim that "7 out of 9 water sources in Wakayama Prefecture have been purchased by Chinese individuals or capital" was labeled as "false information" by the governor of Wakayama, Izumi Miyazaki [1][3]. - All 42 county council members interviewed denied conducting any investigation or being interviewed by the program "ABEMA," which originally aired the claim [3]. - The governor emphasized the importance of quickly disseminating accurate information to prevent the spread of falsehoods, which he described as a serious issue [3]. Group 2: Nature of the Claims - The term "water sources" used in the claim is vague, and local water supply officials stated that rivers cannot be purchased, nor have any water supply infrastructures been bought [3]. - The producer of the "ABEMA" program acknowledged that the information contained exaggerations but refused to retract or correct the statement, citing uncertainty about the accuracy of the anonymous source's claims [3]. Group 3: Public Reaction and Expert Commentary - The misinformation has been widely circulated on Japanese social media, with many users treating it as fact [3]. - An academic expert noted that issues involving foreigners tend to attract attention online, advising caution in distinguishing between factual information and the claims made by those disseminating the information [4].