It's not like Saidan makes music about Neon Genesis Evangelion or something. And with Japanese culture being one of the most overtly beloved overseas, Saidan's whole vibe makes a lot more sense.Īnd sure, Japanese folk horror is pretty well-renowned. It's like watching a Japanese artist doing a Viking metal album, where the entire appeal is being in awe at how Viking culture is perceived.
So enjoyment of Saidan's aesthetic comes less as appreciation of Japanese culture, but a sort of second-hand appreciation of said appreciation. Sure, you have the odd album here and there, but having a Tennessee band making music about Japanese folk horror is quite a reach. While black metal and weaboo culture are far from isolated, it isn't that often you see a non-Japanese band handling exclusively Japanese themes.
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