Masculinity and Body Weight in Japan: Grappling with Metabolic Syndrome

by Genaro Castro-Vázquez

Drawing on the concept of the somatic self, Castro-V zquez explores how Japanese men think about, express and interpret their experiences concerning bodyweight control.

Based on an extensive ethnographic investigation, this book offers a compelling analysis of male obesity and overweight in Japan from a symbolic interactionism perspective to delve into structure, meaning, practice and subjectivity underpinning the experiences of a group of...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367340577
• ISBN13: 9780367340575
• Release Date: March 2020
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.4"