The Contrast of "Red World" and "Blue World" in Natsume Soseki's "Sorekara": A Look at Recent Politics In Natsume Soseki's novel "Sorekara," the world surrounding the protagonist, Daisuke, is symbolically depicted through two contrasting colors: the "Red World" and the "Blue World." The "Red World" represents a world dominated by worldly desires and utilitarian rationality, embodied by Daisuke's brother and his friend Hiraoka. On the other hand, the "Blue World" represents the world where Daisuke seeks spiritual fulfillment and aesthetic values, symbolized by Daisuke himself and the woman he is attracted to, Michiyo. The contrast between these two worlds is a useful concept for explaining phenomena seen in modern politics. In recent years, in the world of politics, "Red World" values that emphasize economic growth and efficiency have become dominant, while "Blue World" eleme...