Lecture on Japanese manga "What is hidden in the heroes of Japanese manga?"
2023/11/22
On November 22, the Embassy of Japan held a cultural event introducing Japanese manga, "What is hidden in the heroes of Japanese manga?" with Dr. Valérie Harvey, a lecturer at the Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO), in the Information and Culture Centre of the embassy.
Deputy Head of Mission, Minister FURUYA Tokuro gave the opening remarks and expressed his hope that manga would bring Japan and Canada closer together through this event.
In her lecture, Dr. Harvey compared the heroes of American comics and bandes dessinées with those of Japanese manga, which are popular around the world. She also examined why Japanese manga heroes are popular and what aspects of Japanese culture influence the image of heroes. The presentation also included a study of the characters other than the heroes. In addition, the traits often seen in side characters and their relationship with the heroes were analyzed and various trends were observed. Through these, the audience deepened their insight on Japanese culture and Japanese society through manga.
Over 60 participants attended the lecture, which was followed by a lively Q&A session.
Deputy Head of Mission, Minister FURUYA Tokuro gave the opening remarks and expressed his hope that manga would bring Japan and Canada closer together through this event.
In her lecture, Dr. Harvey compared the heroes of American comics and bandes dessinées with those of Japanese manga, which are popular around the world. She also examined why Japanese manga heroes are popular and what aspects of Japanese culture influence the image of heroes. The presentation also included a study of the characters other than the heroes. In addition, the traits often seen in side characters and their relationship with the heroes were analyzed and various trends were observed. Through these, the audience deepened their insight on Japanese culture and Japanese society through manga.
Over 60 participants attended the lecture, which was followed by a lively Q&A session.
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| Minister Furuya delivering opening remarks |
Dr. Harvey during her presentation on Japanese culture and heroes in manga |
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| Participants actively interacting during Q&A | |