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Originally Posted by TinyRedLeaf
Indeed, it wasn't amusing at all, especially the reaction to Chiba International School's black player. That it was played for laughs underlines the complete lack of cultural awareness in Japan of how offensive this can be.
The episode had the ironic effect of showing the true face of Japanese attitude towards foreigners. I know, of course, that no real harm was meant, that the insensitivity is unintentional but, truth be told, that's even worse — to be racist and not be aware of it. You can't begin to fix a problem when you don't even know there's one.
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Yeah, I really don't believe myself that there is any hint of malicious intent. It's just general ignorance that is a bit bothersome. It's eye-rolling stuff basically.
It sadly does reflect a culture that is too insular for their own good at times.