Description
The abduction issue has long been a point of contention between Japan and North Korea, with distinct interpretations characterizing each nation’s stance. While Japan views it as an unresolved violation of human rights, North Korea considers it a closed chapter of history. By conceptualizing and employing the framework of emotional cycles, I map out distinct phases in Japan's emotional trajectory: from the Trigger Phase, set off by revelations or events related to the abductions, to the Amplification Phase characterized by intensified public sentiment and diplomatic activity. The Consolidation Phase witnesses the solidification of emotions and perceptions, succeeded by the Transition/Transformation Phase that signals a potential sentiment shift. Lastly, the Recurrence Phase sees a resurgence of past emotions due to new triggers. This cyclical pattern keeps the issue alive in Japan's collective consciousness, emphasizing it as an ongoing concern. Conversely, North Korea's more linear emotional journey positions the issue as a concluded historical event. This exploration underscores the pivotal role of emotional cycles in crafting national narratives and determining policy directions, hinting at the profound influence the intricate dance of emotions and events wields over diplomatic interactions and public narratives.
