One thing I’ve noticed since living in Japan is that there are very few visibly overweight people here. Maybe it’s because of eating habits or the fact that Japanese food is generally far from junk food, but most people seem to be either average weight or quite slim.
When I lived in the US or Canada, being slightly overweight never made me feel especially self-conscious. But in Japan, buses, trains, and even sidewalks feel much narrower, and I’ve had a few moments where people seemed visibly uncomfortable or annoyed when bumping into me.😱🙀😢😢
Has anyone else living in Japan experienced people giving looks or showing discomfort because of being overweight or a bit bigger? Or am I just being overly sensitive and reading too much into it? 🥲 I’d really appreciate hearing other people’s experiences.
by givemyjeans