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In the world of music and celebrity, American rapper Kanye West is synonymous with pushing boundaries. Always the one to keep us on our toes, he recently celebrated his 46th birthday in a style as unconventional as the artist himself.
The private birthday bash, organized at an undisclosed location, unfolded a series of peculiar moments, including an appearance by West's daughter North, adorning a fully painted red face. However, even this whimsical sight was overshadowed by the rapper's most surprising decision: serving sushi and sashimi on women's bodies.
An Ancient Japanese Practice Revived in the West
This practice, known as nyotaimori, originates from Japan. Translated literally as "female body presentation," it involves the display and consumption of sushi and sashimi on the body of a woman.
The unusual serving method, more performance art than traditional dining, piqued the curiosity of West's guests, drawing them in for a sensory experience that extended beyond mere gustatory pleasure. Despite the attention, West's decision to embrace nyotaimori was met with intense backlash.
Critics were quick to label the act as misogynistic, arguing that it objectified women, reducing them to mere dining tables for the enjoyment of the male gaze. "Treating a human woman like a plate is kind of misogynistic," one critic commented.
Others echoed the sentiment, questioning, "In what world is treating women as objects for male consumption not misogyny?" and adding, "It's getting more bizarre every day."
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The Birthday Guests and Highlights
Among those who attended the unconventional celebration were West's eldest daughter, North, and current girlfriend, Bianca Censori.
The guest list also featured music industry heavyweights such as singer Chlöe Bailey, rapper Freddie Gibbs, and singer Ty Dolla Sign. Ty Dolla Sign offered fans a glimpse of the festivities, sharing snippets of the atmosphere from Kanye West's birthday party on his Instagram profile.
While the celebrity reactions to the unique dining experience were varied, there was no denying that West's 46th birthday will be remembered as much for its controversy as its uniqueness.