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The hair removal trend has swept Japanese schools: self-redemption in the shadow of bullying?
In Japan, a hair removal craze is quietly emerging, and the age group is staggeringly young. Even 3-year-olds have reportedly become target consumers for the hair removal industry. The Asahi Shimbun report is even more blunt: the era of underage hair removal and beauty has arrived.
NHK's TV program delves into this phenomenon, revealing the alarming increase in the number of underage hair removal in Japan. Between 2016 and 2023, the number of elementary and junior high school students who have lost their hair has surged by 810%, and nearly six in ten Japanese parents say they have heard their children ask for hair removal.
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Shadow of Bullying: The Psychological Warfare Behind Hair Removal
Why are parents and children in a hurry to remove hair? The answer is poignant: they are afraid of being bullied. In Japan, children are often ridiculed and teased by their peers because of their early development of secondary sexual characteristics and their hair as they grow up. This kind of bullying is like an invisible knife that cuts through children's self-esteem and self-confidence.
On online forums in Japan, countless students poured out their hirsutism anxiety and bullying experiences. Their voices, full of helplessness and despair: "I feel disgusting with my leg hair. "I have more hair than everyone else's, so I'm always being bullied." These words, like cold raindrops, hit the hearts of everyone who cares about the growth of children.
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Hair removal: the solution, or an escapist?
Data from hair removal agencies reveal a harsh reality: 10-12-year-olds are the main group of hair removal groups, and the areas they most want to remove hair are often the most exposed areas in physical education classes and outdoor activities. The hair in these parts has become a "target" for them to be ridiculed.
However, is hair removal really the right solution to the problem? Some netizens questioned: "What's the use of hair removal?" Can you solve the problem fundamentally, bullying is a matter of conduct, don't always attribute it to appearance. "They believe that bullying should be curbed at the source, rather than allowing children to escape by changing their appearance.
Bullying: It's not just about appearance
In Japan, bullying isn't just about physical appearance. Zhang Yuren, a Chinese lawyer in Japan, pointed out that there is a "circle culture" in Japanese society, and children who cannot fit into the circle are more likely to be bullied. This kind of bullying is often intertwined with factors such as race and cultural background, which makes the problem even more complicated.
The shadow of bullying hangs over the children's heads like a dark cloud. What they need is not only external changes such as hair removal, but also the joint efforts of society, schools, and families to hold up a sky free of bullying for them.
Conclusion: Hair removal and bullying, who is the real enemy?
The hair removal trend and bullying may seem unrelated, but they are actually closely linked. Hair removal may be a helpless choice for children in the face of bullying, but the real solution lies in how we can build a bullying-free society together. Let's work together to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for children to grow up in.
There is no absolute answer to this question, only continuous exploration and attempt. We hope that whether it is bullying or hair removal, it can be a warning on the road of children's development, remind us to pay attention to their mental health, and give them more love and support. At the same time, we also hope that the society can provide more solutions to help children build self-confidence and bravely face every challenge in life.