Japan's government has conveyed unease over the so-called 'Downturned Eyes Problem.’ This issue involves criticism and ridicule over people, primarily women, who naturally have, or modify their eyes to have a downturned shape - an aesthetic that's not commonly accepted in traditional Japanese beauty standards. The debate has recently blown up on social media platforms leading the government to express their concern.

In the context of Japanese society, beauty standards are often a subject of intense discussion and can greatly impact personal and professional wellness. This issue reflects larger societal debates about conformity versus individuality, and tolerance for diverse beauty standards. The fact that the government has spoken out about this indicates the seriousness of the issue in Japanese society.

Issues regarding physical appearance and societal standards of beauty also exist in the U.S and EU. However, it is less common for the government to involve itself directly in such debates, instead, public and media discourse typically drive societal change.