Japanese Man Cleaning Stadium Stands Sparks Debate: Why Some Are Saying "Please Do This at Home"

While the sight of Japanese fans cleaning stadium stands at the World Cup has garnered attention, it has also sparked a debate online, with some critics telling them to "focus on housework at home."

A Japanese netizen posted a message criticizing the "double standard" after seeing a male soccer fan cleaning up the stands after a World Cup match.

As the post gained traction, a heated debate erupted online regarding the domestic labor performed by Japanese men. In fact, the amount of time Japanese men spend on household chores is among the lowest for men in developed countries.

However, some netizens argued that these symbolic stadium cleaning activities should be encouraged, stating, "It is much better than reports of Japanese people leaving trash behind when they are abroad."

Reported by Yang Hyun-yi | Video by JISOO | Graphics by Yook Do-hyun | Source: X (@ofootball__, @atsukotamada) | Produced by SBS Digital News
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