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Hello Yuii, wow that is something that I never knew. I'd like to know more about the life in Japan and how it really is to live there, I'm becoming an English teacher and I'd like to travel and teach over their one day, but I'd be honored if you can give me some of your advice and perspective please ^-^;
So Yuma doesn’t know that Makoto was sexually assaulted. His comment was in relation to Makoto staying quiet when asked if it felt good. People are taking it to mean Yuma knew what happened and blames Makoto which isn’t correct.
I know this is really hard for you all to accept but unfortunately, Japan is still in that misogynistic age even though they're very modern in technology sense. They usually blamed the victims of rape, and they goes along the line of "Criminals is innocent until proven guilty." mind of saying.
They're used to the lack of concent and rejecting the sexual act by saying "Stop." or "No." is attractive during sex. If you watch Japanese AV, you would notice the women/bottom would usually yell out "止める." which is Yamete in Hiragana. Literally translate to Stop in English. Or even, いいえ which is iia, "No." or やだ which is yada, also means No.
They see rejection as seduction, and silence as concent. Like how we say it to someone, "I'll take the silence as a yes?" So, Hence Yuma's words. "Silence means concent."
It's a simple line, but Japan does not take rape, or women's rights seriously. They still think women should be housewives, and so, age IS but a number. They don't care if you're 40 and want to marry a 17 year old girl because by the age of 16, you can already marry.
Japan is a beautiful place, but just remember, like Yin and Yang, it still have its dark history and rotten spot. You can believe me, or think I'm not being truthful but before you say anything, let me clarify;
I am a 19 year old half-Japanese women that had been disappointed by the society of Japan for a long time. I'm just trying to tell people out there that Japan might have the endless anime, beautiful sakura trees, breath taking views and delicious food, but it is not fair to give it a 'Pretty Privilege' card just for its geographical advantages.
If you disagree, then please don't even argue. But if you want to correct me, feel free to do so. If you have questions, then please let me know. Of course, I've only lived 10 years on this land before I move away and back in. I'll try to cover as much as I can. Thankx.