Japan’s Lookism Problem | 日本人は見た目を気にしすぎ?!

Why do many people in Japan feel they can’t go outside without makeup? And why does looking “proper” matter so much in Japanese society?In this episode of 日本語耳 (Nihongomimi), Marie talks about lookism in Japan. The pressure to look attractive, clean, and presentable, and how appearance can influence the way people see and judge others. From the importance of midashinami (身だしなみ) to beauty standards, body image, and the hidden insecurities behind appearance, you’ll discover why looking good is such a powerful part of Japanese culture.このエピソードでは、日本の「ルッキズム（見た目による評価や偏見）」についてお話しします。なぜ日本では「すっぴんで外に出られない」と感じる人が多いのか、なぜ「きちんとして見えること」が大切にされるのか。日本で育った私自身の経験や海外との違いを交えながら紹介します。Listen as if you’re sitting with a Japanese friend, hearing natural, unfiltered Japanese at real speed. Let’s make your ears 日本語耳.★ You can read the full Japanese transcript here: https://www.marienukaya.com/nihongomimi★ For the Listening Mastery Pack (Japanese & English transcripts, vocabulary, grammar explanations, and shadowing materials), visit the 日本語耳 website.