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‘Please do it at home’: Viral post challenges praise for Japanese World Cup fans

A satirical poster contrasting stadium cleanups with household chores drew nearly 2 million views and reignited debate over Japan's gender divide in unpaid labor.

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Jun 22, 2026
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Japanese World Cup fans once again drew international praise this week after supporters were seen cleaning up stadium stands following matches. Within hours, a viral social media post challenged the celebration, arguing that Japanese men spend the least time on housework among developed nations. The post drew nearly 2 millio…

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