
The most important step is to recognize changes in one’s mental health and seek help at an early stage, before the issue becomes detrimental to the quality of life. However, in reality, the systemic limitations that come with seeking mental health resources are beyond our control, and it will take a long time before we start to see significant changes in our society.
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This theme of “Breaking the bias” is especially important in Japan, where conformity culture and sexism are still prevalent. We must celebrate women who actively defy the sexist and conformist culture that has such a strong grip on Japan.

Bringing change requires a lot more than spreading awareness through reposts and Instagram stories. Knowing about an issue isn’t enough to achieve political and social change. We need to protest and take action to see real change.

The cultural boycott of Russia started as cultural figures and corporations revealed their support for the Ukrainians by refusing to collaborate with Russian artists. However, some claim that the cultural boycott targets the wrong people.

Japanese society was shaken on 15 January, when it was reported that a young man stabbed three people—two high school students and a 72-year-old man—in front of the Hongo Campus of the University of Tokyo.
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The most important step is to recognize changes in one’s mental health and seek help at an early stage, before the issue becomes detrimental to the quality of life. However, in reality, the systemic limitations that come with seeking mental health resources are beyond our control, and it will take a long time before we start to see significant changes in our society.

Current “solutions” to the molestation problem in Japanese public transportation system do not sufficiently address the root issue of gender inequalities and misogyny, preventing us from making any real progress.

Critics speak out on the high frequency of child abuse in sports, especially in the Olympics. It is not a rarity for young athletes to be victims of physical, verbal, and emotional abuse.

Hanae T.('22), Arts and Entertainment Editor
“Don’t judge a person by their appearance.” Although this is something many of us are told from a young age, we as a society seem to be failing to follow our own morals.
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Hanae T. ('22), Arts and Entertainment editor
Try listening to Tyler, the Creator's album "IGOR" and Cuco's song "Lover Is a Day" to mix up your playlist.

Hanae T. ('22), Arts and Entertainment editor
Play Genshin Impact and Little Nightmares for an adventure in a different world.

From a recent Netflix movie to Japanese animations, these movies will surely transport you to different worlds and eras.

Street pianos — pianos placed in public spaces for anyone to play — have become increasingly popular in Japan in the past two years.
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Here are some places that you should think of, when you find yourself bored of the same coffee over and over again.

High-speed wifi, a quiet atmosphere, power sockets, affordable pricing are among just a few of the many priorities to keep in mind when finding the right place to study.

Hanae T. ('22), Arts and Entertainment editor
If you're looking for good Japanese cuisine or a unique café experience, these restaurants and cafés may be worth keeping an eye out for!

The Eco-Fashion Options class discusses the dangers of greenwashing, the importance of transparency in hangtag contents, the role of sustainable certifications, and how the pandemic has affected garment workers.
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Eimi S. ('22), Editor of HOSH

Eimi S. ('22), Editor of HOSH
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