In preparation for the publication of philosopher Ganrin Yamauchi’s first book, the political thought research group Meta-Woke is hosting a crowdfunding campaign and a talk event
1 GRN (Ganrin) = 2.2 million yen! A book that strikes back at Japan’s “cancel culture”
Meta-Woke Political Thought Research Group
To publish the first book by philosopher and socio-political critic Ganrin Yamauchi, “Meta-Woke”—a group researching contemporary political thought and various issues in academia—is launching a crowdfunding campaign and will also host a live talk event to promote the book.
Crowdfunding URL: https://camp-fire.jp/projects/932591/
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■Background of the Publication
The so-called “open letter controversy” began when a certain historian’s criticism of feminism sparked a massive online backlash, eventually leading to the historian’s dismissal from their academic position.
Philosopher and socio-political critic Ganrin Yamauchi commented critically on this movement, which led to a defamation lawsuit. As a result, he was ordered to pay 2.2 million yen in damages—a sum far exceeding the typical range for such cases. The unit “1 GRN (Ganrin) = 2.2 million yen” even became an internet meme.
Three years have passed since then. Now, Ganrin Yamauchi is publishing a book in which he examines all the events of that time and offers a critical analysis of the “cancel culture” that has swept through contemporary academia.
In response, the political thought research group “Meta-Woke” is providing full support.
To raise funds for the book’s production, they are launching a crowdfunding campaign and will co-host a live talk event to kick off the publication.
The book is currently being written with great dedication to offer sharp analysis and criticism of today’s academia—where left-wing liberalism holds overwhelming dominance—as well as the “cancel culture” that socially eradicates opposing viewpoints.
He has also appeared as a commentator on popular YouTube channels (image from "News no Soten")
■About the Author, Ganrin Yamauchi
Ganrin Yamauchi
Philosopher, socio-political critic, former Technical Assistant at the Graduate School of Informatics, Kyoto University; former part-time lecturer at Konan University; former Vice President of the NPO “Civil College Musubiraki”
After graduating from the French Literature Research Laboratory in the Faculty of Letters at Kyushu University, he earned a master’s degree from the Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University, specializing in Religious Studies within the Department of Thought and Culture, under the guidance of Professor Masako Keta and Associate Professor Yasuhiko Sugimura (at the time).
After withdrawing from the doctoral program with the completion of course requirements at the same university, he has been active in various intellectual forums, media outlets, and seminars, focusing primarily on socio-political and philosophical criticism.
His areas of expertise include the study of Bergson, contemporary French philosophy, and modern Japanese philosophy.
Publications include *What Should Moral Education Be Like? History, Theory, and Practice* and *An Introduction to Contemporary French Philosophy* (Minerva Shobo, co-authored).
■ About Crowdfunding
URL: https://camp-fire.jp/projects/932591/
Organizer: Ganrin Yamauchi (Meta-Woke)
Fundraising Goal: 2.2 million yen (1 Ganrin!)
Deadline: Through August 20, 2026
Rewards: Receive a copy of the book before its release
A booklet featuring special guest contributions
Access to special lectures on contemporary thought by the author and video viewing rights, etc.
Use of Funds: Book production and SG&A expenses
Shipping costs for rewards, etc.
Contact: metawokeofficial@gmail.com
■About the Live Talk Event
Title: The End of the University, the Beginning of the Humanities—Considering the “Post-University” Community of Knowledge (tentative)
Organizer: Jokyo Publishing Co., Ltd.
Date and Time: July 20, 2026; Doors open at 3:00 PM; Event starts at 3:30 PM
Venue: GOX TOKYO
6F Tenamu Town Building, 2-19-15 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0021
(3-minute walk from Exit A1 of Higashi-Shinjuku Station on the Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line and Toei Oedo Line)
Speakers: Ganrin Yamauchi (Philosopher, Social and Political Critic)
Koichiro Ito (Representative, JSK Co., Ltd.; specializes in comprehensive educational issues)
Tabito Kuwahara (University Lecturer, Ph.D. (University of Tokyo), specializing in the study of Jacques Lacan)
Kyosuke Shionoya (Representative Director, Jōkyō Publishing Co., Ltd.; former Editor-in-Chief, *Jōkyō*, 6th series)
Contact: https://jokyo.org
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