Is the Goddess Coatlicue Recognized in Japan? A Fusion of Pop Culture and Mexicanity in Sapporo

In the heart of Sapporo, Japan, stands a structure that attracts the attention of locals and tourists: an imposing representation of Coatlicue, the mother goddess Mexica, adorns the facade of a nightclub. This establishment not only stands out for its unique architecture, but also for its unexpected connection with the Mexican pre-Hispanic culture. It may interest you: ‘Black Box Diaries’; the documentary by Shiori Itō, which cannot be seen in J…