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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032172851
• ISBN13: 9781032172859
• Release Date: December 2021
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"