The singer said she identifies with Japanese culture and doesn’t think it’s right to criticize someone for “being a fan of something beautiful and sharing that.”
’s Harajuku era is once again in the headlines after her most recent comments in which she calls herself Japanese.to reflect on the debut of her Harajuku Lovers fragrance, which debuted 14 years ago and after her 2004 album “Love. Angel. Music. Baby.” During that time, Stefani was inspired by Japan’s Harajuku culture and utilized it in her wardrobe and visuals, as well as business endeavors and all-Asian backup dancers.
“I am, you know,” she added, calling herself a “super fan” and saying that there is an “innocence” about her love for Japanese culture. Stefani continued by saying that it should be OK to be inspired by other cultures “because if we’re not allowed then that’s dividing people, right?” The magazine also wrote that Stefani’s rep told them that they “misunderstood what Stefani was trying to convey.” However, they declined to provide an on-the-record comment or clarification.Gwen Stefani is seen at "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on July 13, 2022 in Los Angeles, Calif.Later in the interview, Stefani also shared that she identifies with the Hispanic and Latino communities of Anaheim, California, where she grew up.
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