Ohhhh, plus size visibility in the media has been on an interesting upturn. We are here for this… BUT. Something curious and exciting is brewing in the far East that has us geeked. Coming June of 2020, Japan will see its own version of Hairspray to hit the theaters and the Japanese plus size mega celebrity, Naomi Watanabe will be playing Tracy Turnblad!
Thanks to a tip from Horror Kitsch Bitch, we are cheering along with and for Naomi!
If you do not know who Naomi Watanabe is, well let us introduce you! This comedian, plus size style trailblazer in Japan has been breaking barriers! From comedic skits to her own clothing line, Naomi has been bringing more awareness to size diversity in Japan!
As someone who grew up in Okinawa, Japan for four years, this makes me so happy!
Next year, in June 2020, we will be starring the musical “Hairspray”! I’m really happy. It’s a huge favorite since I first saw it in the film when I was 19 years old, so it’s too much tension and I’m going to do my best.
Immediately, I went to Naomi’s Instagram page and excitedly saw the flyer and news!
Hairspray to feature plus size star, Naomi Watanabe
Ohhhh, this is exciting. Especially as Japan currently has the plus size magazine, La Farfa! Not only that, they have been growing their plus size clothing options throughout the years!
Watching how countries evolve their plus size options and inclusion with fashion is always a curious one.
With the varying culture norms and perceptions, it is cool to see when there are more options to play with.
Not only in clothing, but situations like this one, where Naomi, who has been killing the plus size superstar game! For Naomi to headline this show, THIS is a great way to give visibility to plus size women, not only in Japan, but throughout the world.
You know what I cannot wait to see? Her clothing and her singing… I imagine that there will be snippets of her performance… Right?
What do you think of this news? Is this just as curious and exciting to you too?! Let us know in the comments below…
