A Ukrainian-born model Carolina Shiino has won the top prize in the Miss Japan pageant. Shiino's win has sparked a huge debate on social media, with netizens questioning her identity as a Japanese.

Ukraine-born model wins Miss Japan, social media backlash follows

A Ukrainian model has won the top prize in the Miss Japan pageant, leading to debates across the country about national identity. Carolina Shiino, 26, is the first naturalised Japanese citizen to take the crown.

Ukrainian-born woman wins Miss Japan pageant, sparks debate

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Ukraine-born model wins Miss Japan, social media backlash follows

Ukrainian-born woman wins Miss Japan pageant, sparks debate