Have you heard the concept of High and Low Context Culture (Edward T. Hall, 1976, “Beyond Culture”)? I’ve been following some discussions about Cultural Appropriation (C/A), and in some cases, I got upset to protect the Sashiko culture. However, in other cases, I could observe the “not-on-the-same page” discussion. It…
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By now, I hope I explained clearly where I stand for the Cultural Appropriation
By now, I hope I explained clearly where I stand for the Cultural Appropriation (C/A) in Sashiko. I will not be offended by you calling your stitching Sashiko when the basic Japanese courtesy is respected (in one’s best). Please do not worry about C/A in Sashiko that much (please be…
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I uploaded another video on Youtube (Channel: Sashi.Co). You may be tired of see
I uploaded another video on Youtube (Channel: Sashi.Co). You may be tired of seeing and its hassle. However, it is very important and deeply rooted to the Japanese culture. I asked my family to give me some time to make a video. It is just a bite of my whole…
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[Why it is not okay to call an underwear Kimono ①] – this is Atsushi’s personal
[Why it is not okay to call an underwear Kimono ①] – this is Atsushi’s personal insight about the on-going Cultural Appropriation issue with @Kimono ☆ The first & most important concept of C/A with Kimono is that Kimono is more than the Japanese traditional clothing. Yes, Kimono is the…
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Wait a second. I hope I am WRONG on this. But, is deleting (or hiding) the comm
Wait a second. I hope I am WRONG on this. But, is @kimono deleting (or hiding) the comments regarding “Cultural Appropriation”? I was sleepy last night, but I saw many comments from both Japanese & Non-Japanese mentioning about the proper usage of “Kimono”. If they delete the comments, then it…
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I am glad that my insight about the “Cultural Appropriation in Sashiko” encourag
I am glad that my insight about the “Cultural Appropriation in Sashiko” encourage people to enjoy Sashiko more. At the same time, I learn that the topic of Cultural Appropriation is sensitive, and therefore, complex to describe in one paragraph. The topic of C/A seems to reflect the fear we…
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I finished writing on my insight of “Cultural Appropriation” in Sashiko. It is a
I finished writing on my insight of “Cultural Appropriation” in Sashiko. It is a long post on upcyclestitches.com – (Link Available from the Profile)- I appreciate your time to read it mindfully. In short, I will not be offended if they call their stitching Sashiko when they once care if…
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I recently learn the new word, “Cultural Appropriation.” I have been surfing onl
I recently learn the new word, “Cultural Appropriation.” I have been surfing online reading about this topic. The more I read it, the more I get confused. My brain is fried 😀 ☆ As much as I would like to share; ”there is no rule in Sashiko & no such…