Japan's Chinese Back Street Arcade May Offend You
Robyn Currie — December 29, 2009 — World
Just when I thought I had written about it all, I come across something that even I am offended by, and I have absolutely no reason to be. Looks like Japan has gone ahead and designed a Chinese back street arcade.
Just what I always wanted to enjoy, a grubby, dirty, themed arcade, something that takes the worst stereotypes of a country and makes them real! Just so you know, you aren’t actually in a rough Chinese back alley -- the Chinese back street arcade provides towels and drinks, in case you tire of offending people.
Just what I always wanted to enjoy, a grubby, dirty, themed arcade, something that takes the worst stereotypes of a country and makes them real! Just so you know, you aren’t actually in a rough Chinese back alley -- the Chinese back street arcade provides towels and drinks, in case you tire of offending people.
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1. Controversial Themed Arcades - Opportunity for creating unique, provocative themed arcades that challenge cultural stereotypes.
2. Immersion Gaming Experiences - Creating immersive gaming experiences by designing arcades that transport players to different cultural settings.
3. Ethics and Cultural Sensitivity - Growing focus on the ethical implications of themed arcades and the need for cultural sensitivity in designing such experiences.
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1. Arcade and Gaming Centers - Opportunity for arcade businesses to explore controversial and immersive themed experiences to attract customers.
2. Tourism and Entertainment - Potential collaboration between tourism and entertainment industries to create culturally immersive themed arcades as unique attractions for visitors.
3. Cultural Education and Sensitivity Training - Demand for cultural education programs and sensitivity training in the entertainment industry to address stereotypes and promote cultural understanding.
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