Why would you expect them to cast someone in a role they are not suited for?
Maybe I misread the thread, but the way the conversation was going, it seemed to imply that any and all Cast Members would be restricted from having naturally blonde or red hair, similar to the flat-out ban on face or neck tattoos for all Cast Members stateside.
That is what I read too. Why is it a problem to cast who you want in a role?
It’s not, at least not in the examples you used. I think the question is whether someone with naturally blond hair would be disqualified from being a chef or some other job where one’s look is not central to the job function.
The new rules are for every single CM, not just character roles. Every single CM working anywhere within the park has to have dark hair.
If that is what they want to cast I don't see a problem with it.
I asked if the rule applies to natural hair or hair dyeing and I haven’t seen anyone answer yet. Until then I wouldn’t make assumptions. The link provided was in Japanese.
Just for context, this is not a terribly unique requirement with regard to personal appearance in Japan. Many schools have traditionally had the exact same rule, down to nearly identical phrasing with regard to black and brown hair.
Do they require kids to dye their hair to fit in? Seems strange to me, but I’m not at all familiar with Japan.
In many cases, yes, though I would assume the degree to which it was enforced varied. It was only last year that Tokyo specifically dropped some of these requirements, but I doubt all other prefectures have uniformly followed suit. Not something I've followed closely.
Thanks, I didn’t know that. So it would make sense that employees would have to dye their hair.
I don’t think they will officially “update” the actual look book but just put pressure on leadership to actually enforce it (bc that’s really the issue). Don’t have any insider knowledge it’s just my opinion
I think jewelry and makeup/nails should change, honestly. I don’t mind who wears makeup or polish, but I think it should always be nude or fairly neutral unless the role calls for something specific.
Most likely this while also clarifying some vague wording around things
Wha? And... huh?
Nothing official yet, but probably looking at stricter enforcement on guidelines and also more specific rules on hair colors and facial hair lengths
I'm still confused.
