This book investigates the complex interplay between nationalistic sentiments and the burgeoning fandom of Japanese and Korean popular culture within China. It examines how Chinese fans navigate their consumption of foreign media, exploring the ways in which national identity is constructed, contested, and expressed through engagement with K-pop and J-pop. The work analyzes the narratives that emerge from these fandoms, considering their implications for both domestic cultural production and China's relationship with its East Asian neighbors.

The book offers a nuanced examination of how Chinese fans engage with Japanese and Korean popular culture, highlighting the complex relationship between nationalistic narratives and globalized media consumption. It delves into the ways fans construct their identities and express their allegiances through their engagement with K-pop and J-pop. The work is likely to appeal to scholars and students of cultural studies, media studies, and Asian studies, providing valuable insights into contemporary fandom practices and their socio-political dimensions.