Our multimedia project is on the history and symbolism of monsters in Japanese Pop Culture. We will explain and show this by talking about the origins of Japanese monsters, monsters in Kawaii culture, monsters in Japanese media, and the Japanese interpretation of apocalyptic monsters. Going into depth about the way that some may see them and how they are now represented in Japanese culture. Our goal is to show off the truths about monsters and try to give the correct ideas to the people who only know of the term "monster," even when there are so many more types and words to use than just the common term monster. 

We decided to challenge and learn about the misconceptions and stereotypes that some people may have when talking about monsters in Japanese pop culture. Ideas like monsters are always evil, or that monsters are created by human actions, are topics we cover. Instead, we will highlight how Japanese monsters, like yōkai and kaijū, more often reflect deeper cultural values, or societal fears, and have or can be symbols of protection or explanation of certain things, rather than mischief rather than destruction and have brought a sense of comfort to those who are familiar with their ideas.

 Along with that, we will also show videos, photos, and other examples that will further show and educate you on Japanese popular culture.  Our goal is to give a nuanced understanding of these figures in the media, so check out our topics below, which showcase monsters in kawaii culture and the change of scary to cute, Monsters in Japanese Media how they were introduced from their original lore to the media, Japanese interpretation of Apocalyptic Monsters from their meanings in both the destruction by human creation or natural disators, and Origins of Monsters in Japanese Pop Culture, in which we talk about the origins and differences between original ideas of monster in American and pop culture.