Japanification

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Japanification is a term used to describe the process of becoming or wishing to become a fully integrated member of the Japanese community. It most commonly refers to ex-pats living for an extended period of time in Japan, though it may also be used to describe persons living outside Japan who have a certain affinity to some aspect of Japanese culture. Adoption of Japanese mannerisms, style of clothing, taste in entertainment, and sometimes aspects of Japanese language may be most evident. See Assimilation.

In ex-pats this process often occurs because of a feeling of isolation or desire to conform, whereas outside Japan it may occur because of an especially strong interest in some kind of fan culture based in Japan (e.g. anime, lolita style, or J-pop).