[News] HBYA - Theme song "Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2012"

[Pieces_of_SEVEN]

^I think it definitely fits. Is homophobia a big issue in Japan like it is in certain parts of the US? Can't say I know too much about the subject.

[SURREAL__RAINBOW]

Originally Posted by Pieces_of_SEVEN

^I think it definitely fits. Is homophobia a big issue in Japan like it is in certain parts of the US? Can't say I know too much about the subject.

From what I know in Japan they have a big "don't ask, don't tell" thing going on, but they aren't as direct in showing their hate towards us as they are in other countries I guess? I don't even think they hate the gays as much as in other countries.

Still, same old, this homophobia subject needs to stop, everywhere, I'm sick of it, people need to get over themselves.

So happy for this event

[Pieces_of_SEVEN]

Originally Posted by Evolution7/4

^And I think the fact that a *Japanese* person is standing up for gay rights makes it all the more revolutionary and important!!! Thats why the HBYA video is so touching. Any artist doing a video like that is touching, but the fact that a Japanese person is stepping out and doing it is even more meaningful


**I will say though that I have been talking to fellow gay japanese friends about this since I have been here and they say its getting better and better!

Originally Posted by SURREAL__RAINBOW

From what I know in Japan they have a big "don't ask, don't tell" thing going on, but they aren't as direct in showing their hate towards us as they are in other countries I guess? I don't even think they hate the gays as much as in other countries.

Still, same old, this homophobia subject needs to stop, everywhere, I'm sick of it, people need to get over themselves.

So happy for this event

I see, so basically everyone is just discreet and respectful, it seems. Like even if two people of the same sex share 1 bedroom, huh? Cool.

[Evolution7/4]

^And I think the fact that a *Japanese* person is standing up for gay rights makes it all the more revolutionary and important!!! Thats why the HBYA video is so touching. Any artist doing a video like that is touching, but the fact that a Japanese person is stepping out and doing it is even more meaningful


**I will say though that I have been talking to fellow gay japanese friends about this since I have been here and they say its getting better and better!

[Andrenekoi]

Based on what I read, being gay is just seen as overall immoral over there, or something u must grow off, so, most gay people just hide themselves and let their gay sides to take over only on the lgbt guetos...

Things are so complicated not every year has a Gay Pride Parade there, and when it does have, a lot of people goes there in disguise of fear of being regonized.

[Evolution7/4]

^Yup! Like there is no major bullying problems or outward homophobia, its just everything is closeted, even between close friends.

[TITANIC]

the lyric is very suitable for the theme but I prefer something more upbeat for a theme song like such this parade

[Pieces_of_SEVEN]

I feel like this is such a big deal, like such a big step in the right direction for some reason. I love it.

[microphone]

Are all the male members here gay? I am, but I'd be pleasantly surprised to see a heterosexual male fan.

[emi♡]

Originally Posted by microphone

Are all the male members here gay? I am, but I'd be pleasantly surprised to see a heterosexual male fan.

I think I could count on one hand all the heterosexual male fans from here I know

[Mai82Go]

Originally Posted by emi♡

I think I could count on one hand all the heterosexual male fans from here I know

What? Does that mean I won't find my future husband here? Amongst fellow Ayu fans? My dreams are crushed.

[Aderianu]

Originally Posted by Mai82Go

What? Does that mean I won't find my future husband here? Amongst fellow Ayu fans? My dreams are crushed.

I can give you two names xDD

[Pieces_of_SEVEN]

^^Not all, but probably majority of the one who post frequently. haha

you got a problem wit that?!

[kotora]

Originally Posted by Yannetakizawa

http://www.timeout.jp/en/tokyo/event...ow-Parade-2012

I don't mind ayu's song for a gay pride.

But the gay pride icon is a bit childish.

[Pieces_of_SEVEN]

^^It is a little kiddy-like. I wonder if that's what they were going for. lol

[Evolution7/4]

Lol I think I may go to this! It is tomorrow I think

[SURREAL__RAINBOW]

It looks like every other Japanese logo to me Aren't most of them childish anyway? xD

I remember watching videos of trannies dressing up like ayu and cosplaying her at this gay parade in Japan? I'm assuming it is the same thing as this

[sinfonietta]

This couldn't be more perfect. I think my love for Ayu just grew.

[Pieces_of_SEVEN]

^^ and how is that?

[Evolution7/4]

Guys I am actually straight. Like totally straight. I mean, you can't just make assumptions. Just because I am standing next to Lady Gaga, shirtless in a leather jacket, and I have makeup on, doesn't make me gay.

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