Humans are very social creatures. Because of this, we generally prefer doing things with others rather than by ourselves. This is particularly true in Japanese culture, where __1__ have traditionally been expected to take part in activities as a member of a group. However, this __2__ has begun to change in recent years with the rise of “super solo” culture.
As the name suggests, this trend refers to people doing things on their own rather than with other people. Perhaps the most common of these activities is __3__. In the past, it was actually considered embarrassing or even __4__ to be seen eating alone in a restaurant or workplace cafeteria. This is no longer the case. In fact, it’s now common to see restaurants and noodle shops that provide __5__ for single diners. There are even pubs and karaoke establishments that cater to singles. In Japan these days, it’s not surprising to see people camping, hiking, or going to a movie by themselves.
