Controversial Japan
Japan is a prime example of collectivist culture while western countries put emphasis on the individual - such polar opposite mindsets. Misunderstandings and confusions are bound to happen when these two perspectives collide. Every episode we unpack one controversial opinion about the Japanese mindset, culture, and custom through stories and interviews. Join host Kaho Koda as she dives into her own culture and attempts to make sense of the disconnect between the Japanese and Western point of view.
Produced by Human Burrito Productions
Written and hosted by Kaho Koda
Sound design by Junan
Cover art by Macie Matthews
Theme song by Mikara
Produced by Human Burrito Productions
Written and hosted by Kaho Koda
Sound design by Junan
Cover art by Macie Matthews
Theme song by Mikara
Controversial Japan
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Season 1
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Episode 4
“I feel like it’s almost harder for a woman to be supported by other women in Japan to some extent because I don’t think it’s a common idea that Japanese women want to change their conditions for themselves.” says Fanny, a French woman living in Japan. In this episode we talk about feminism in Japan. Do you know the word 「女子力」 (read as ‘jyoshi ryoku’)? It directly translates to ‘girl power’ but it’s not what you think it means..