Post-war Japanese society was an incredibly masculine, business-oriented place. Men were expected to work hard in high-profile business careers, drink heavily, drive fast cars, have (a somewhat estranged) wife and kids, and be eager consumers all the newest products. In many respects it was quite similar to the 50s in America and Europe. Since then, however, all this has changed. 3/4 of men now call themselves “grass eaters” or “herbivore men.” Via Slate, there is a description of the new men, and …
Interesting blog about the condition of Japanese Males losing their masculinity
