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The Rise of Hikikomori
The hikikomori phenomenon, once an issue largely exclusive to Japan, is now a global problem. Here’s what you should know about it.
January 17, 2025
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The hikikomori phenomenon, once an issue largely exclusive to Japan, is now a global problem. Here’s what you should know about it.
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