As of 2016, more Japanese women had jobs than American women. 74.3% vs. 76.3% (Shambaugh, 2017). For the longest time, Japanese women trailed in employment compared to their American counterparts. Much of this had to do with Japanese culture. Japan’s society expects women to spend their time at home once children enter the picture. Women…
Year: 2018
The Controversy Surrounding Goblin Slayer Episode 1
A few Youtube anime reviewers touched on the controversy surrounding the anime Goblin Slayer. It centers on the first episode’s depiction of rape and violence. Goblin Slayer‘s world models a traditional fantasy role-playing games. Characters have spell charges and recover from wounds by drinking healing potions. Unlike many recent anime that adopt similar, admittedly awkward,…
Your Face Isn’t Good Enough: Filters and Kawaii Culture
Social media has become such a part of our lives that we can barely remember what the Internet was like before Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and the rest. However, research has linked social media with all kinds of problems, from bullying to depression. The photo sharing and the ubiquitous profile photo has a large influence…