Pop culture, short for popular culture, refers to the set of ideas, practices, beliefs, and phenomena that are prevalent and widely accepted within mainstream society at a given point in time. It encompasses a variety of cultural expressions, including music, movies, television shows, fashion, trends, and internet memes. Pop culture is often characterized by its accessibility and mass appeal, arising from the collective tastes and preferences of the general public rather than elite or specialized groups. It frequently reflects and shapes contemporary societal values and issues, as well as influences behaviors and lifestyles. The rapid dissemination of pop culture is commonly facilitated through mass media, social media platforms, and global communication networks, allowing trends to spread quickly across diverse audiences.
Eri Imai, a former pop star and current Japanese politician, gained attention as the government spokesperson at the "Takeshima Day" ceremony. Takeshima/Dokdo is a longstanding diplomatic issue between Japan and…