卒業論文詳細 | 同志社大学社会学研究科

学科	社会学科	ゼミ教員名	MATTIAS VAN OMMEN	年度	2024年度
タイトル	Sociological Perspectives on Vissel Kobe Supporters: Peripheral Influences , Community Dynamics , and Individual Behavior and Ideology

内容	This thesis sociologically examines the various types of “supporters” of the popular soccer team Vissel Kobe to explore their perspectives on cheering , their perceptions of radicalized supporters , and the realities of their consumption behavior and motivations for attending games. Through a combination of semi-structured interviews and participant observation , this study revealed that supporters , regardless of their self-identified demographic , unconsciously exhibit varying levels of intensity in their watching and cheering behaviors. Their actions reflect both isolation and solidarity , shaped by the establishment of team and supporter identities. While consumption behavior was not a primary focus , cheering behavior emerged as a more significant factor influencing their overall engagement. This study highlights the importance of identity among supporters and the factors that foster both togetherness and alienation during games , advancing previous research to a more practical level. Additionally , it sheds light on the consumer culture surrounding soccer in Japan. By taking a broader perspective , this paper moves beyond the traditional focus on core supporters , such as hooligans and ultras , to examine peripheral supporters and their role within the field of soccer sociology.

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This thesis sociologically examines the various types of “supporters” of the popular soccer team Vissel Kobe to explore their perspectives on cheering , their perceptions of radicalized supporters , and the realities of their consumption behavior and motivations for attending games. Through a combination of semi-structured interviews and participant observation , this study revealed that supporters , regardless of their self-identified demographic , unconsciously exhibit varying levels of intensity in their watching and cheering behaviors. Their actions reflect both isolation and solidarity , shaped by the establishment of team and supporter identities. While consumption behavior was not a primary focus , cheering behavior emerged as a more significant factor influencing their overall engagement. This study highlights the importance of identity among supporters and the factors that foster both togetherness and alienation during games , advancing previous research to a more practical level. Additionally , it sheds light on the consumer culture surrounding soccer in Japan. By taking a broader perspective , this paper moves beyond the traditional focus on core supporters , such as hooligans and ultras , to examine peripheral supporters and their role within the field of soccer sociology.

講評	This thesis explores the social dynamics of soccer supporters that do not necessarily belong to the “core” supporter groups , which have gotten much attention in favor of the more peripheral fan. Using participant observation and semi-structured interviews , it provides an interesting take on contemporary soccer fans in Japan , especially due to its in-depth engagement with relevant literature and concepts. I particularly enjoyed the analysis of how the same supporter can be isolated and in sync with other fans depending on context , which challenges typical portrayals. Because the author engaged with a broad range of literature , at times it was difficult to see what the central focus was. Regardless , the analysis overall is insightful and polished , which was possible because of the strong drive and personal investment of the author. Finally , I commend the author for taking the extra step to get in touch with one of the leading scholars in this field , and incorporating insights from those conversations.

講評

This thesis explores the social dynamics of soccer supporters that do not necessarily belong to the “core” supporter groups , which have gotten much attention in favor of the more peripheral fan. Using participant observation and semi-structured interviews , it provides an interesting take on contemporary soccer fans in Japan , especially due to its in-depth engagement with relevant literature and concepts. I particularly enjoyed the analysis of how the same supporter can be isolated and in sync with other fans depending on context , which challenges typical portrayals. Because the author engaged with a broad range of literature , at times it was difficult to see what the central focus was. Regardless , the analysis overall is insightful and polished , which was possible because of the strong drive and personal investment of the author. Finally , I commend the author for taking the extra step to get in touch with one of the leading scholars in this field , and incorporating insights from those conversations.

キーワード1	Social Body
キーワード2	Affectus
キーワード3	Consumption Behavior
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