Men and Masculinities in Contemporary Japan: Dislocating the Salaryman DoxaRoutledge, 2005 M06 29 - 240 pages This book is the first comprehensive account of the changing role of men and the construction of masculinity in contemporary Japan. The book moves beyond the stereotype of the Japanese white-collar businessman to explore the diversity of identities and experiences that may be found among men in contemporary Japan, including those versions of masculinity which are marginalized and subversive. The book makes a significant contribution to our understanding of contemporary Japanese society and identity. |
Contents
1 Introduction | 1 |
2 What masculinity? | 20 |
3 Male beauty work in Japan | 37 |
4 Female masculinity and fantasy spaces | 59 |
5 The burning of men | 77 |
6 Of love and the marriage market | 91 |
7 Can a real man live for his family? | 109 |
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