Abstract

In today's era where "family breakdown" is being shouted about, what is the concept of family for the Japanese? The bond of the family is said to be strong, and its love is deeper than the sea. Let's philosophize about the "family" that always seems to be right by our side and taken for granted.

Author’s Information

Agnes Chan
Singer. Debuted in Japan with "Flower of Poppies". Currently, she is active not only as a singer but also as an essayist and ambassador for the Japan Committee for UNICEF.

Wahei Tatematsu
Author. Known as an activist writer with a deep understanding of Buddhism. In recent years, he has been actively involved in environmental conservation issues, and in 2002, he wrote a Kabuki script and received the Oya Takejiro Prize.

Mayuko Sannomiya
Essayist. While working for a foreign-affiliated telecommunications company, she is actively engaged in writing, appearing on TV and radio, and giving lectures. Her books include "Fukumimi Rakugo" and "Sound of Happiness".

Tetsuro Hoshino
Lyricist. His work submitted to a magazine was recognized, and he made his debut as a lyricist in 1953, writing about 4000 hit songs, including "Woman of Hakodate" and "Married Slope".

Tetsuaki Koto
Professor at Hiroshima University (Philosophy). His main research areas are neo-ontology and contemporary philosophy. His books include "Greek Philosophy as Contemporary Thought" and "The Wonder of Being".