Momiage o Shakaage o: Navigating the Japanese Concepts of Opportunity and Social Mobility
Understanding the Legacy of Birth: Examining *Momiage* The Concept of Family and Networks In the vibrant tapestry of Japanese society, two contrasting threads are woven, constantly interacting and shaping the narrative of individual life chances: *momiage* and *shakaage*. *Momiage*, often translated as “hair in front of the ears,” acts as a powerful metaphor for the … Read more
