South Korea Lifts Ban On Adult Sex Dolls
The South Korean government recently announced the lifting of the ban on the import of lifelike adult sex dolls. The decision comes after years of debate within the South Korean government over whether banning sex dolls violates human rights and stifles people’s freedom of personal life. Under the new policy, the Korea Customs Service allows the import of adult sex dolls in the shape of adults, but dolls that resemble children and minors are still banned. Realistic Celebrity sex dolls that imitate real people, such as famous movie and TV stars, are also not allowed for sale. It is uncertain whether domestically manufactured sex dolls resembling minors are banned in South Korea (such restrictions exist in Australia, the UK and the US). The South Korean government said in a statement that the decision was made carefully after reviewing recent court rulings and seeking opinions from relevant government agencies. The decision also allows importers of sex toys to take back...