Culture
Loose Socks and the Rise of the “Heisei Retro” Trend
Wanna feel old? The Heisei Era just ended and it’s already considered “retro”. A look at loose socks and other Heisei “throwbacks”.
January 5, 2023
Wanna feel old? The Heisei Era just ended and it’s already considered “retro”. A look at loose socks and other Heisei “throwbacks”.
Chosen under intense secrecy, it’s sparked a 10-day holiday, a new song, and even a minor crime wave. Learn the meaning behind Japan’s new era name, and how people in Japan are responding.
Subscribe to our free newsletter for a weekly digest of our best work across platforms (Web, Twitter, YouTube). Your support helps us spread the word about the Japan you don’t learn about in anime.
Want a preview? Read our archives
You’ll get one to two emails from us weekly. For more details, see our privacy policy