Understanding Why Japanese People Are Intrigued by Others' Misfortunes: The Psychology Behind Negativity Bias
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Understanding Why Japanese People Are Intrigued by Others’ Misfortunes: The Psychology Behind Negativity Bias

Question from a reader:
Why are Japanese people interested in the misfortunes of others?

Reasons for Interest in Others’ Misfortunes

Recently, while chatting with a friend, the topic came up: “Is it true that Japanese people are interested in the misfortunes of others?” Typically, we spend our time discussing lighthearted topics, but I found this serious conversation intriguing and got quite

Understanding the Japanese Fascination with Others' Misfortunes: A Psychological Perspective
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Understanding the Japanese Fascination with Others’ Misfortunes: A Psychological Perspective

Question from a reader:
Why do Japanese people often show interest in the misfortunes of others?

The Psychology Behind Interest in Others’ Misfortunes

Recently, a friend asked me an intriguing question: “Why do Japanese people often show interest in the misfortunes of others?” Honestly, I was a bit surprised by his words. It is true that in the media and on