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However, the reality appears far more nuanced. When Japan lowered its voting age to 18 about seven or eight years ago, for instance, the youth did not rally around radical ideologies. Instead, they questioned what went wrong with Japan's trajectory, expressing dissatisfaction with how the nation has evolved versus their expectations. Rather than embracing radicalism or anti-globalist postures, many young Japanese are seeking understanding of their country's history and culture—often with renewed respect and curiosity.