Gitte Marianne Hansen and Fabio Gygi, "The Work of Gender: Service, Performance and Fantasy in Contemporary Japan" (NIAS, 2022)
New Books in East Asian Studies
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Gender Dynamics in Street Music Performances in Japan
This chapter explores the gender dynamics and experiences of street musicians in Japan, highlighting how male and female performers navigate the different challenges and vulnerabilities they face in public spaces. It also delves into the creative strategies used by female performers to deflect attention and discusses the contrasting regulations and rules in street performances compared to other performance contexts.
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