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In Japanese culture, samurai demonstrate their dignity through the “seppuku” ritual, which has become a highly respected death ritual. However, seppuku is not a simple and feasible method of death, and it is often extremely difficult for the perpetrator to die immediately. Therefore, a “mediator” is needed to assist in the execution and end the pain.
Recently, Matsue City in Shimane Prefecture, Japan, planned to hold an event called the “Abdominal Cutting Competition”, aimed at allowing participants to simulate the pain after abdominal cutting and compete for the championship with the most realistic acting skills. However, the event received a lot of criticism and was forced to be cancelled. Let’s understand the ins and outs of this incident together.
The ‘Abdomen competition invites participantsThe “Abdominal Cutting Competition” scheduled to be held on December 14th (Saturday) at the “だんだん” terrace of Songjiang City Government is now recruiting participants! Participants will use plastic knives to simulate abdominal cutting movements and perform a struggle scene lasting from 30 seconds to 1 minute. The most authentic performer will win!
Attention: It is prohibited to use fake blood to assist in performances. If there are too many applicants, the registration will be closed in advance.
Soliciting Participants for the Abdominal Incision CompetitionOn December 14th (Saturday), the event will be held at the だんだん Terrace of Songjiang City Government; Abdominal Cutting Competition “;, We are currently recruiting participants! After simulating the abdominal cutting action with a plastic knife, please demonstrate a struggling performance that lasts for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Displaying the most realistic and exquisite acting skills can win the championship! Caution: It is prohibited to use fake blood to assist in performances. If there are too many applicants, the registration will be closed early
This advertisement about the “Abdominal Cutting Contest” published in Japanese newspapers has recently sparked widespread discussion and quickly become a focus of television news.
The criticism is focused on two aspects. One reason is that the activity regards the dignity of warriors as a pastime, which makes many people feel angry. Another viewpoint suggests that activities that entertain children with pain not only violate ethics, but may also have negative impacts on their education.
However, there are also many netizens who are curious about the contestants’ performances.
Under the heated discussion on the internet, the government of Matsue City in Shimane Prefecture has become a target of criticism.
The municipal government clarified that they only lent the venue for holding a “flea market” and were not aware of the “seppuku competition”.
With the increasing popularity of the internet, the municipal government intervened and, after consultation with the organizers, decided to cancel the event.
I have personally been curious about how the contestants will perform on this matter. However, with the cancellation of the ‘Abdomen Competition’, we may not have the chance to witness this unique acting competition.