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| Concept | Translation | Manifestation in Entertainment | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Cuteness/endearing | Aesthetic in idol group uniforms, character design (Hello Kitty), and voice acting. | | Honne / Tatemae | True feeling vs. Public facade | Plot devices in dramas: a character hides pain behind a smile (e.g., Your Lie in April ). | | Uchi-soto | Inside vs. outside | Idol fan communities (uchi) have strict rituals distinct from general society (soto). | | Amae | Dependency | Parasocial bonds between fans and idols/characters. | | | Honne / Tatemae | True feeling vs
The idol culture has also spawned numerous TV shows, like "NHK's Music Japan" and "FNS Music Festival," which feature idol performances. Japanese entertainment companies like Avex Trax and Universal Music Japan have capitalized on the idol phenomenon, producing and managing idol groups.