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    Episode 63.- Hikikomori: Japan’s Lost Generation

    Episode 63.- Hikikomori: Japan’s Lost Generation

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    Episode 63.- Hikikomori: Japan’s Lost Generation

    FromLiving Japan

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    Length:
    20 minutes
    Released:
    Dec 14, 2016
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    Today Dr. Michael Dziesinski, a visiting scholar from the University of Hawaii, joins us to talk about a social phenomenon of Japan: Hikikomori. Today, they are many different portrayals of Hikikomori on mass media and popular culture, but… are they really as they are showcased?  What is hikikomori? How do hikikomori people behave? Is it […]
    Released:
    Dec 14, 2016
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    Living Japan discusses modern Japanese culture, social issues, current events and news, and many other Japan related topics. We aim to appeal to people who have lots of experience and knowledge on Japan as to those who are just beginning to learn about Japan or are thinking of coming here for short or long term stays. On the web, you can find us at livingjapanpodcast.wordpress.com Email us any questions or comments at livingjapanpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!