Hello! I made a questionnaire using Survey Monkey regarding 15 questions that I posted below.
I'm very excited to read your answers and sharing opinions!
Thank you for your help :)
URL→https://jp.surveymonkey.com/r/TJR97ZD
The word 次へ means "next" in Japanese.
Somehow I cannot change into English lol
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Regarding Questions 3 and 4
3. How far should we respect freedom of expression regarding anime scenes?
This is a very controversial one because people have their own points of view and it's difficult to compare them with many types of programs. It is very interesting that one journal says many of violent scenes in anime reflect youth's desire to mentally "reborne" or "metamorphosis". In this way, there are resources that mentions anime from psychological points of view. Based in such research results, I also thought how we can think about freedom of expression regarding anime. First, it would be better for people to scan controversial scenes on their own and judge them whether he/she can respect it as freedom of expression. Second, please don't forget to think "why" you didn't choose some anime including particular scenes. This will lead to deepen your understanding not only anime violence but also freedom of expression in general, seeing anime as a kind of art.
4. How do people usually react towards anime violence? (feel scared, no reaction etc.)
Most people are scared at first. However, recent anime fans are so used to such scenes, they may think violence as a natural occurrence. This is the most dangerous point; people get used to anime violence. I assume that this may be one of the reasons many people have prejudices against anime fans as I mentioned in the previous posting. However, as a matter of fact, we are living in an age that we often encounters violence through not only anime but also TV dramas and movies. In my opinion, getting used to such scenes may ironically become a protection to mentally "survive". As a result, being scared is becoming a memory of the past for some anime fans.
<APA Bibliography>
・Kern, A. L. (Ed.). (2016, November 1). The Anime Paradox: Patterns and Practices through the Lens of Traditional Japanese Theater by Stevie Suan (review). The Journal of Japanese Studies, 42, 156-161. Retrieved June 27, 2016, from https://muse.jhu.edu/article/609396/summary
・Natsume, F. (n.d.). Japanese Manga: Its Expression and Popularity. Retrieved June 27, 2016, from http://www.accu.or.jp/appreb/09/pdf34-1/34-1P003-005.pdf
・Binti, I. S., Sallehuddin, & Binti, F. I., Omar. (2011). THE PERCEIVED IMPACT OF ANIME ON SCHOOL (Unpublished master's thesis). Kolej Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Selangor. Retrieved May 31, 2016
This is a very controversial one because people have their own points of view and it's difficult to compare them with many types of programs. It is very interesting that one journal says many of violent scenes in anime reflect youth's desire to mentally "reborne" or "metamorphosis". In this way, there are resources that mentions anime from psychological points of view. Based in such research results, I also thought how we can think about freedom of expression regarding anime. First, it would be better for people to scan controversial scenes on their own and judge them whether he/she can respect it as freedom of expression. Second, please don't forget to think "why" you didn't choose some anime including particular scenes. This will lead to deepen your understanding not only anime violence but also freedom of expression in general, seeing anime as a kind of art.
4. How do people usually react towards anime violence? (feel scared, no reaction etc.)
Most people are scared at first. However, recent anime fans are so used to such scenes, they may think violence as a natural occurrence. This is the most dangerous point; people get used to anime violence. I assume that this may be one of the reasons many people have prejudices against anime fans as I mentioned in the previous posting. However, as a matter of fact, we are living in an age that we often encounters violence through not only anime but also TV dramas and movies. In my opinion, getting used to such scenes may ironically become a protection to mentally "survive". As a result, being scared is becoming a memory of the past for some anime fans.
<APA Bibliography>
・Kern, A. L. (Ed.). (2016, November 1). The Anime Paradox: Patterns and Practices through the Lens of Traditional Japanese Theater by Stevie Suan (review). The Journal of Japanese Studies, 42, 156-161. Retrieved June 27, 2016, from https://muse.jhu.edu/article/609396/summary
・Natsume, F. (n.d.). Japanese Manga: Its Expression and Popularity. Retrieved June 27, 2016, from http://www.accu.or.jp/appreb/09/pdf34-1/34-1P003-005.pdf
・Cubbison, L. (Ed.). (2015). Anime Fans, DVDs, and the Authentic Text. The Velvet Light Trap, 56, 45-57. Retrieved June 27, 2016, from https://muse.jhu.edu/article/192928/summary
・Binti, I. S., Sallehuddin, & Binti, F. I., Omar. (2011). THE PERCEIVED IMPACT OF ANIME ON SCHOOL (Unpublished master's thesis). Kolej Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Selangor. Retrieved May 31, 2016
Thursday, June 23, 2016
Debate on anime violence: As a over protective father who agrees on Ban
Hello, few weeks ago I did a presentation regarding anime violence as an over protective father. For sake of debate, I argued why violence in Anime is bad and should be banned.
As little children are prone to actions around them, some maybe provoked and might get a bad idea from watching a violent anime. Maybe they might jump off from a building, or might use a knife and pretend they are some chosen hunter, and so on.
I do have to note that a teenager from Russia jumped off from a building because his favorite character died.
Also a Japanese studies revealed that middle and high school students "felt" that they are more prone to violence because of anime.
The conclusion is that anime may have an effect on children and might become violent.
As little children are prone to actions around them, some maybe provoked and might get a bad idea from watching a violent anime. Maybe they might jump off from a building, or might use a knife and pretend they are some chosen hunter, and so on.
I do have to note that a teenager from Russia jumped off from a building because his favorite character died.
Also a Japanese studies revealed that middle and high school students "felt" that they are more prone to violence because of anime.
The conclusion is that anime may have an effect on children and might become violent.
Citations:
Webb, Sam. "Russian Teen Leaps from Apartment Block after Seeing His Favourite Japanese Cartoon Character Die on Television." Mail Online. Associated Newspapers, 2012. Web. 22 June 2016.
"青少年とテレビ、ゲーム等に係る暴力性に関する調査研究." の概要.(Result of study on relationship between youth and TV, games and other violence.) N.p., n.d. Web. 22 June 2016.
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Regarding Questions 1 and 2
Now I'd like to look into questions. As for resources, I'll basically use Google Scholar because it's very trustworthy and easy to use.
1. What elements do people attach great importance to anime characters?
1. What elements do people attach great importance to anime characters?
(appearance, personality etc.)
In my opinion, most anime viewers image their favorite characters' personalities by looking at their appearances. Therefore, both appearances and personalities are important. Regarding this point, viewers come to like some characters for mainly two reasons. The first one is that a personality and his/her appearance perfectly match with the viewers images. On the other hand, the second one is that there is a gap between the viewers' images regarding the personality and the appearance. From my own experiences, I think the latter one makes many viewers fall in love with their favorite characters. In Japanese, it is called "Gap Moe". I presume that they are excited to realize hidden aspects within their favorite ones. On the other hand, there are some critical opinions regarding female characters. For example, one thesis claims that various roles of female characters lack "systematic research". I think that's not always true because as I mentioned earier, we know that many anime programs are broadcasted, considering each generations' psychological background and needs. Therefore, I think there are no borders to look into recent circumstances of anime.
2. Do they have prejudices towards anime? (childish, many lowbrow programs etc.)
<APA Bibliography>
In my opinion, there are still prejudices. As I mentioned earlier, for example, many people think anime programs are only for children, so anime is childish. However, recent anime aren't so simple. Everyone knows that there are deep social issues within anime movies created by Studio Jhibli. So why they still think anime as relatively lowbrow programs? Aren't there some issues we (teens and adults) can discuss? I'm going to think and research for these questions from know. In addition, one research result of a thesis even says none- anime fans accept anime fans as a neighbor, but tend not to become friends with anime fans. In this way, it seems not only anime but also anime fans themselves are having a hard time. I realized this point while I'm writing this blog post and since I haven't heard such problem before, I would like to search more about this later on.
<APA Bibliography>
・Roberts, S. E., Plante, C. N., Reysen, S., & Gerbasi, K. C. (n.d.). Not all Fantasies are Created Equal: (Unpublished master's thesis). University of Waterloo and two others. Retrieved June 19, 2016, from http://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/44622252/2016_Roberts_FanPrej.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAJ56TQJRTWSMTNPEA&Expires=1466328539&Signature=Sr46/CUCQ83cPbAFKLxBDPzRZB8=&response-content-disposition=inline; filename=Not_all_Fantasies_are_Created_Equal_Fant.pdf
・Roberts, S. E., Plante, C. N., Reysen, S., Gerbasi, K. C., Mohebpour, I. & Gamboa, A.(n.d.). Pale and Geeky: Prevailing Stereotypes of Anime Fans (Unpublished master's thesis). University of Waterloo and two others. Retrieved June 19, 2016, from
http://fansconf.a-kon.com/dRuZ33A/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Anime-StereotypesR1.pdf
・Roberts, S. E., Plante, C. N., Reysen, S., Gerbasi, K. C., & Shaw, J. (n.d.). An Examination of Anime Fan Stereotypes (Unpublished master's thesis). University of Waterloo and two others. Retrieved June 26, 2016, from http://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/44919740/2016_Reysen_Anime_Stereotypes.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAJ56TQJRTWSMTNPEA&Expires=1466909578&Signature=VL01yDf1r%2FgvLsWxNK2RuwMiP18%3D&response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DAn_examination_of_anime_fan_stereotypes.pdf
・Roberts, S. E., Plante, C. N., Reysen, S., Gerbasi, K. C., & Shaw, J. (n.d.). An Examination of Anime Fan Stereotypes (Unpublished master's thesis). University of Waterloo and two others. Retrieved June 26, 2016, from http://s3.amazonaws.com/academia.edu.documents/44919740/2016_Reysen_Anime_Stereotypes.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAJ56TQJRTWSMTNPEA&Expires=1466909578&Signature=VL01yDf1r%2FgvLsWxNK2RuwMiP18%3D&response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DAn_examination_of_anime_fan_stereotypes.pdf
・Wenhui, C. (n.d.). Research on artistic charm of the young girl images in Japanese anime. Retrieved June 26, 2016, from http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/articleDetails.jsp?tp=&arnumber=5681809&url=http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpls/abs_all.jsp?arnumber=5681809
Saturday, June 18, 2016
Recent News Stories
These articles are mainly written from negative points of view, regarding Asian countries.
Since I regard anime as a positive trend, it is interesting for me to compare these critical stories.
First, I'd like to pick up some controversial points from news articles I chose.
Recently, the sensorship of anime is becoming strict in some countries. For example,China has listed 38 Japanese cartoons on-line such as "Attack on Titan" in 2015, being concerned about violent scenes.
On the other hand, One editer from BBC News says that "Japan believes risqué themes are acceptable in cartoon form because the unrealistic format gives them a certain distance." (line 63 to 65) In this way, there are various valuations regarding anime.
However, there are dilemmas within Japan. According to the article written in 2010, The then Tokyo governor was trying to limit freedom of expression. The then Prime Minister also thought some anime had problems, but he added that " It is important to export Japanese animation to the world."
Since Japanese anime and manga has a long history and is creating a culture, this issue is somehow complicated. It is true that freedom of expression has a positive impact. Yet, at the same time, freedom of expression leads people to think negatively and stereotypically regarding anime. In this way, this is a double-bladed issue and I'm going to research later on.
<APA Bibliography＞
Since I regard anime as a positive trend, it is interesting for me to compare these critical stories.
First, I'd like to pick up some controversial points from news articles I chose.
Recently, the sensorship of anime is becoming strict in some countries. For example,China has listed 38 Japanese cartoons on-line such as "Attack on Titan" in 2015, being concerned about violent scenes.
On the other hand, One editer from BBC News says that "Japan believes risqué themes are acceptable in cartoon form because the unrealistic format gives them a certain distance." (line 63 to 65) In this way, there are various valuations regarding anime.
However, there are dilemmas within Japan. According to the article written in 2010, The then Tokyo governor was trying to limit freedom of expression. The then Prime Minister also thought some anime had problems, but he added that " It is important to export Japanese animation to the world."
Since Japanese anime and manga has a long history and is creating a culture, this issue is somehow complicated. It is true that freedom of expression has a positive impact. Yet, at the same time, freedom of expression leads people to think negatively and stereotypically regarding anime. In this way, this is a double-bladed issue and I'm going to research later on.
<APA Bibliography＞
・China bans ‘Attack on Titan,’ other popular Japanese anime from Web. (2015, June 9). Retrieved June 19, 2016, from http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2015/06/09/national/china-bans-attack-on-titan-other-popular-japanese-anime-from-web/#.V2YGGJUkpfM
・Buckley, S. (Ed.). (2003, September 18). Japan's madness for manga. Retrieved June 18, 2016, from http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/3119002.stm
・Fujita, A. (Ed.). (2010, December 16). Tokyo Assembly Votes to Restrict Sexually Charged Comics. Retrieved June 19, 2016, from http://abcnews.go.com/International/tokyo-assembly-votes-restrict-sexually-charged-comics/story?id=12410880
・Fujita, A. (Ed.). (2010, December 16). Tokyo Assembly Votes to Restrict Sexually Charged Comics. Retrieved June 19, 2016, from http://abcnews.go.com/International/tokyo-assembly-votes-restrict-sexually-charged-comics/story?id=12410880
Sunday, June 5, 2016
15 Questions regarding this topic
Hello!
I posted some questions regarding anime (including psychological ones) :)
<Regarding
Anime Itself>
1. What
elements do people attach great importance to anime characters?
(appearance,
personality etc.)
2. Do they have prejudices towards anime? (childish, many lowbrow programs etc.)
3. How far should we respect freedom of expression regarding anime scenes?
<Regarding
Anime Violence>
4. How do people usually react towards anime violence? (feel scared, no reaction etc.)
4. How do people usually react towards anime violence? (feel scared, no reaction etc.)
5. What kind of violent scenes which lead people to be extremely shocked?
6. What are the differences between anime violence and such scenes in live-action movies/dramas?
7. Does anime violence usulally lead people to become aggressive?
8. Why some people mimic their favorite character's aggressive behavior?
Why do they think they can fight with enemies just as your favorite characters did?
9. How can we deal with the worst points of anime violence from the psychological point of view?
(grotesque
depictions, brutal deaths etc.)
10. Can we learn something by watching such scenes?
<Regarding
Universal Themes>
11. What
themes people are especially interested in? (ex. identity crises, historical
themes)
12. Why do they prefer programs which include philosophical and ethical themes?
13. What are the roles of anime including such themes?
14. Do such programs contribute to raise people’s awareness concerning universal
issues?
15. How can we think such issues as our own problem in the real world?
15. How can we think such issues as our own problem in the real world?
Saturday, June 4, 2016
My Current Understanding＆Presentation Regarding This Issue
Regarding this topic, one thesis points out that “by viewing such programs, children can experience things simulatively and it develops into playing make-believe games.” As for youths, it is said that if they feel freighted but interested in anime violence, it is said that they become aggressive. However, recent anime is changing.
I have made a presentation to other bloggers (I put links on the bottom of my blog) . According to this, the specific point of anime is that many programs are broadcasted during different time slots.(ex. midnight and others) Therefore, these classifications make us easier to choose which one is suitable for children and prevent them from watching such controversial scenes.
By the way, why TV anime programs are specifically criticized for violence although live-action movies also have such scenes? Maybe the reason is that there are many opportunities to encounter such programs because there are spreading through the Internet faster than movies (ex. through You Tube). It’s so ironic that especially midnight anime are attacked despite it is said that midnight time slots were made to stop children from watching violent scenes.
However, it is also true that such violent anime programs are very popular among youths and adults. In fact, some of them tend to watch such programs because they need more opportunities to escape from their troubles. The Ministry of Education also points out that adolescents start thinking deeply of how to live in the society which mainly adults are managing.
During my presentation, I emphasized that some of those violent scenes don’t include the real messages. The most important point is that there are hidden themes such as social and ethical problems which are much deeper and complex.
For example,
・Limitations of laws and other punishment systems for criminals ("Psycho-Pass")
・Fighting with enormous threats such as social and environmental problems ("Attack of Titan")
Therefore, it will be a good opportunity for people to think about such themes by watching them as a kind of controversial material.
In this way, I want more people to realize that anime programs are classified into different time slots, considering each generation’s psychological background and needs. For example, one female student from Harvard University said that many other students also watch anime since they are small and the reason is simple; they are curious to watch such programs. We truly have the right to enjoy anime as entertainment tools and to choose programs from various time slots which are suitable for us.
Thank you for reading :)
<APA Bibliography>
I have made a presentation to other bloggers (I put links on the bottom of my blog) . According to this, the specific point of anime is that many programs are broadcasted during different time slots.(ex. midnight and others) Therefore, these classifications make us easier to choose which one is suitable for children and prevent them from watching such controversial scenes.
By the way, why TV anime programs are specifically criticized for violence although live-action movies also have such scenes? Maybe the reason is that there are many opportunities to encounter such programs because there are spreading through the Internet faster than movies (ex. through You Tube). It’s so ironic that especially midnight anime are attacked despite it is said that midnight time slots were made to stop children from watching violent scenes.
However, it is also true that such violent anime programs are very popular among youths and adults. In fact, some of them tend to watch such programs because they need more opportunities to escape from their troubles. The Ministry of Education also points out that adolescents start thinking deeply of how to live in the society which mainly adults are managing.
During my presentation, I emphasized that some of those violent scenes don’t include the real messages. The most important point is that there are hidden themes such as social and ethical problems which are much deeper and complex.
For example,
・Limitations of laws and other punishment systems for criminals ("Psycho-Pass")
・Fighting with enormous threats such as social and environmental problems ("Attack of Titan")
Therefore, it will be a good opportunity for people to think about such themes by watching them as a kind of controversial material.
In this way, I want more people to realize that anime programs are classified into different time slots, considering each generation’s psychological background and needs. For example, one female student from Harvard University said that many other students also watch anime since they are small and the reason is simple; they are curious to watch such programs. We truly have the right to enjoy anime as entertainment tools and to choose programs from various time slots which are suitable for us.
Thank you for reading :)
<APA Bibliography>
・Harvard University students Talks About Fascinating Points of Anime. (n.d.).
Retrieved May 31, 2016, from http://logmi.jp/21965 This original article is written in Japanese.
・Tanaka, Y. (2011). Media and Early Childhood Education (Unpublished master's thesis). Jin-ai Women’s College. Retrieved June 1, 2016, from http://crf.flib.u-fukui.ac.jp/dspace/bitstream/10461/10075/1/vol44_p5-10.pdf#search='アニメ 教育番組 幼児' This original thesis is written in Japanese.
Retrieved May 31, 2016, from http://logmi.jp/21965 This original article is written in Japanese.
・Tanaka, Y. (2011). Media and Early Childhood Education (Unpublished master's thesis). Jin-ai Women’s College. Retrieved June 1, 2016, from http://crf.flib.u-fukui.ac.jp/dspace/bitstream/10461/10075/1/vol44_p5-10.pdf#search='アニメ 教育番組 幼児' This original thesis is written in Japanese.
・The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. Features of Children’s Developmental Stages and Problems We Should Attach Importance To. (n.d.). Retrieved June 4, 2016, from http://www.mext.go.jp/b_menu/shingi/chousa/shotou/053/shiryo/attach/1282789.htm
This original website is written in Japanese.
Thursday, June 2, 2016
Welcome to our blog!!
This is a discussion group which focuses on the following controversial point; that is, watching anime (especially midnight) is said to lead people not only to take
their mind off but also to hurt others in the real world.
As for our project, we will discuss whether violent scenes may lead people to get aggressive or not. In addition, we will discuss universal themes which are hidden in the scene and in the anime themselves. It is definitely OK if you aren’t familiar with such anime because we will briefly explain about them. If you want to think more deeply and agree with our project, please join us!
As for our project, we will discuss whether violent scenes may lead people to get aggressive or not. In addition, we will discuss universal themes which are hidden in the scene and in the anime themselves. It is definitely OK if you aren’t familiar with such anime because we will briefly explain about them. If you want to think more deeply and agree with our project, please join us!
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