In China, an alarming rise in severe bullying incidents has sparked a societal crisis – a situation now grabbing international attention. These incidents, often marked by their severity and attendance-related consequences are generating a growing outcry for institutional responses. The climbing number of cases has started in recent years, and despite the efforts made to curb them, it has become a significant concern for the Chinese public as well as the international community.

In Japan, bullying, known as "Ijime", is taken very seriously, with national campaigns and laws implemented to tackle the problem at its roots. The Japanese populace generally displays significant empathy towards such incidents in neighboring countries, owing to a shared cultural context and personal experiences with similar situations. Bullying is not perceived merely as juvenile misconduct but rather a societal issue affecting mental health and harmony.

When compared to the US or EU, bullying is dealt with more sternly and proactively in Japan. The US and EU possess anti-bullying laws, but the focus is generally on litigation and punishment, not prevention. In Japan, elements of prevention and healing are emphasized at all levels, promoting a culture of understanding and compassion over a purely punitive approach.