Shojo Culture Flashcards
This deck will assist you in understanding shojo culture in Japan.
1
Q
What does shojo mean?
A
It literally means “girl/young women.” It refers to a girl between childhood and adulthood.
2
Q
What are some aspects of shojo culture?
A
Having romantic relationships, being in the world, spending time with friends.
3
Q
What is the main criticism of shojo media?
A
Tropes and repetitive and overused, and shojo media is overly sentimental.
4
Q
Is Banana Yoshimoto a shojo writer?
A
Yes.
