Oshikatsu, or activities to support one¡¯s favorite idols and characters, is no longer a fandom practice limited to young consumers.
Many belonging to the older generation are energetically supporting their favorites, going to concerts and buying fan merchandise.
Experts say such activities are helping older people find purpose in life, adding that the popularity is likely to grow even more with the spread of live streaming.
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