Waiyee Loh, an Associate Professor at Kanagawa University, explores how Victorian narratives continue to shape modern culture in her book, 'Empire of Culture.' She delves into the global impact of British imperialism on literature, fashion, and media, discussing overlaps between Japanese and British creative industries. Loh highlights the rise of neo-Victorian themes in contemporary narratives, such as Lolita fashion in Singapore and the film 'The Handmaiden.' The conversation also ventures into future research on colonial port cities, illustrating the ongoing legacy of cultural hybridity.

Waiyee Loh, an Associate Professor of World Literature at Kanagawa University, discusses her book, revealing how Victorian Britain's legacy shapes global culture today. She explores the commodification of British culture in modern contexts like Japanese Lolita fashion and the collaboration between British and American cultural industries. Loh's insights into trans-imperial relationships highlight the complex dynamics of identity in Singapore and the ongoing impact of colonial histories on contemporary narratives in literature and popular culture.

Waiyee Loh, an Associate Professor of World Literature at Kanagawa University, discusses her book on neo-Victorian narratives and their global cultural implications. She examines how Britain's imperial past shapes contemporary cultural commodification across different regions. The conversation touches on the tensions between British and American media, the influence of Japanese popular culture, and how Singaporean women's fashion embodies cultural exchange. Loh sheds light on the complexities of cultural heritage in a global creative economy.