They committed countless crimes against humanity and brought indelible pain to Korea.
Nevertheless, Japan has not yet made a proper apology and has distorted history and
They continue to glorify militarism and ignore Korea’s true voices.
However, the more serious problem is within Korean society.
The number of foreign tourists visiting Korea is increasing every year, but Koreans are traveling abroad.
In particular, as travel to Japan increases at a faster rate, the tourism balance deficit is growing.
It is common to say that “the economy is difficult” and “the domestic economy is stagnant.”
In reality, Koreans themselves reduce domestic consumption and go to Japan.
We are in a situation where we are spending money and giving away foreign currency.
In other words, Korea earns more money by attracting foreign tourists.
Koreans are spending more money in Japan, so they are running a deficit.
This is not just a ‘travel trend’, it is an outflow of foreign currency and an act of economic self-harm.
The problem doesn’t stop there. In broadcasting, media, YouTube, SNS, and various communities
Japanese culture is consumed uncritically and considered ‘hip’ and ‘classy’.
The trend of packaging in this way is rampant. Japan’s historical responsibility disappears
The structure of Koreans praising Japanese culture and weakening their identity is becoming entrenched.
On one side, young Korean men are dedicating their youth in the name of compulsory military service.
However, at the same time, the population is leaving Japan due to working holidays, employment, and travel.
The domestic economy is weakening further, and the birth rate is structurally declining, continuing a vicious cycle.