Gyaru Fashion

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Which company introduced the term 'gyaru' to Japan?

  • GALS
  • Wrangler
  • Cool Japan
  • Lee (correct)

During which era was the gyaru subculture at its peak?

  • Showa
  • Heisei (correct)
  • Meiji
  • Taisho

What has been attributed to the decline of the gyaru subculture?

  • Financial instability
  • Changes in magazine industry
  • Shifts in target demographic
  • All of the above (correct)

Which term is gyaru a transliteration of?

<p>English slang word (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the term gyaru adopted to describe the gyaru fashion?

<p>1970s (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the decline of the gyaru subculture?

<p>Demographic shifts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company introduced the term 'gyaru' to Japan?

<p>GALS (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term 'gyaru'?

<p>Japanese transliteration of 'gal' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the gyaru subculture reach its peak?

<p>Heisei era (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which fashion subculture had a large influence on Japanese fashion and its economy?

<p>Gyaru (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the decline of the gyaru subculture?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the term 'gyaru' start being used to describe the gyaru fashion?

<p>1970s (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What does 'gyaru' mean?

'Gyaru' is a Japanese term that originated from the English slang word 'gal'. It describes a specific style of fashion and subculture in Japan.

Who introduced the term 'gyaru' to Japan?

The term 'gyaru' was introduced to Japan by the GALS company, which specialized in fashion and youth culture.

When did the gyaru fashion start being used?

The term 'gyaru' began being used to describe the fashion style in the 1970s, marking the emergence of the gyaru subculture.

When was the gyaru subculture at its peak?

The peak of the gyaru subculture occurred during the 'Heisei' era (1989-2019) in Japan.

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What caused the decline of the gyaru subculture?

The decline of the gyaru subculture is attributed to a combination of factors, including demographic shifts, changing fashion trends, and the rise of social media.

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How did the gyaru subculture influence Japan?

The gyaru subculture had a significant influence on both Japanese fashion and its economy. It was a major trend that shaped the country's style and retail industry.

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What is a key factor in the decline of the gyaru subculture?

One major factor in the decline of the gyaru subculture is demographic shifts. The population of young women, the main demographic of the gyaru subculture, is shrinking.

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Why did the popularity of gyaru fashion decrease?

The popularity of gyaru fashion decreased due to several factors, including changing fashion trends, the rise of social media, and the loss of its unique identity.

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How did changing fashion trends impact the gyaru subculture?

Changing fashion trends played a role in the decline of the gyaru subculture by creating new styles and subcultures that attracted young people.

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How did the rise of social media affect the gyaru subculture?

The rise of social media, particularly Instagram, provided new platforms for fashion trends and influenced the way young people consume and express their style.

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What was a key factor in the gyaru subculture's decline?

The loss of unique identity due to the rise of new fashion trends led to a decline in the gyaru subculture.

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What was the impact of the decline of the gyaru subculture?

The decline of the gyaru subculture marked the end of a major era in Japanese fashion, impacting the industry and the lives of individuals who embraced it.

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Study Notes

The Gyaru Subculture

  • The term 'gyaru' was introduced to Japan by Bounty, a Japanese fashion magazine.
  • The gyaru subculture reached its peak during the 1990s and early 2000s.
  • The decline of the gyaru subculture has been attributed to the rise of Kawaii (cute) culture and the shift towards more modest fashion.
  • 'Gyaru' is a transliteration of the English word 'gal'.
  • The term 'gyaru' was adopted to describe the gyaru fashion in the late 1990s.
  • The reason for the decline of the gyaru subculture is the rise of Kawaii culture and the shift towards more modest fashion.
  • The gyaru subculture had a significant influence on Japanese fashion and economy.
  • The term 'gyaru' refers to a young woman who is fashionable and trendy.
  • The gyaru subculture reached its peak in the 1990s and early 2000s, particularly among young women in urban areas.

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