My soul gem is dull color

In Japan, there exists a method that blends military themes with pop culture elements. This approach did not develop as a military strategy but rather as a genre within subculture. Meanwhile, a societal phenomenon is currently unfolding where real military organizations are incorporating the aesthetics of pop culture. A representative example of this is the influence of the game “Kantai Collection” (Kancolle). This game has had a significant impact, extending to the sale of themed food products in convenience stores, the creation of an anime series, and collaborative events with the Japan Self-Defense Forces. Within this subculture,there is pronounced tendency to anthropomorphize weapons as female characters, reflecting a distinct bias. Children growing up in Japan are regularly exposed to magical girl anime stories that depict young girls who need to be “saved” or “rescued.” However, escaping the signals directly tied to military influence, as well as the male gaze and the violence it entails, proves extremely difficult. This work aims to visualize these societal dynamics and the perspectives directed toward women.