Why do Asians tend to despise Black people more than even Whites do?

Question

There are bigots everywhere of course but it's my general feeling that the Asians in America especially the Koreans, Japanese, Chinese, Indians seem to be very hostile and unreceptive toward Black people; they just don't like to look beyond stereotypes.

I was at the convenience store today and the Indian girl on counter put the change on the table, not my hands, a clear avoidance stuff- I wasn't even eyeballing her.

Many Blacks (and to some extent, Hispanics) who I talked to, share this sentiment. They say these Easterns love to kiss White @ss and the fact is, they really have a 19th century mindset about African-origin people.

Honest answers please.

I have encountered the most bigoted rednecks but I would take 10 of them for an Asian anyday coz these people just seem to stay in ignorance.

To be very frank, I know lots of White peope but hardly any Asian although I live in California which is supposed to be a melting pot. They just stay away from Blacks at any cost.

Answer 1

well as you are saying that its not good to stereotype people, ur kinda saying that all asians as a group despise blacks.

well im half korean (my mom is korean, dad is white) and a few months ago i started dating this guy who is half black half mixed asian. he called my house a couple times even tho my parents dont know im dating him, they just think we are friends and my mom asked wut race he was and i just told her the truth, she got kinda mad becuz he was black and not even all black...idk wut it is about them but im definitly not one of those asians who dont like black people...

Answer 2

Well I read a story about a Chinese girl who moved to New York, to have a better life. She stated that " I have never seen a black person before." This is logical because not many black people lived, nor visted her village. Same with alot of poor Chinese village, not many blacks tend to visit them. So, when many Chinese immigrants come to America, they only go by the stereotypes of them on the news, or whatever people tell them, or find out themselves. Not all Asians believe these things about blacks, but some do.-<3Monet.

Answer 3

This is news. I don't mistreat people. I was raised by Caucasians living in a white community so I've experienced racism and would never treat someone like crappie no matter the race, religion, sexuality, etc.... The only people I hate are shallow, ignorant, arrogant bullies

Answer 4

I live in the UK and would like to comment on your comment about Asian shopkeepers putting your change on the counter or dropping it in your hand. I am black and still experience this, however I took the time to watch an Asian person serving a mixed queue and each time the person serving did not touch the customer (who were mostly white) and either put the change on the counter or dropped it in their hands. Don't take it personally. Its probably cultural or religious. I personally feel they should pay more attention to the stink of their BODY ODOUR that customers have to put up with as you enter their shops.

Answer 5

Aww... that's such a sad question. I'll tell you why - but there are so many reasons. I'm an ABC - American-Chinese and mostly have only dated Caucasian men. So I hope maybe you can take my suggestions to heart: 1.) Asian men - For many, are not emotionally sensitive compared to Western Men. This is a major cultural difference between the U.S. and Asian family behaviors, culture and expectations. My Dad is emotionally distant from me.. he doesn't regard my feelings well (for most of my years, I'm 32) and continues to say/do hurtful things. Being a Patriarch society, that's why many Asian women date Western men b/c Western cultures are far, far more accepting, respectful and loving of the Woman's role in family and in society. So - be emotionally available for women. Ask them questions. Care about what they have to say. Care about their day, their interests, their careers. Tell them you are not like the average Asian male. 2.) Asian men dress and look like Geeks. We aren't attracted to that. Most Asian men, sans recent ones I've seen in the new generation - don't dress well that impresses women - of any kind. Flat/Beatles haircut, metal-rimmed glasses, polo/t-shirts and non-fitted khakis or jeans are such a turn-off and not flattering. Like how women dress up/show off for men, women like to be attracted to their male mates too. Check out the latest men or celebrity magazines at how men look attractive - fitted pants/jeans, ironed/crisp shirts, fitted t-shirts, blazer jackets, etc. Also, learn to either part your hair, get a good haircut or use gel to spike or put some zing to your hair. I'm not saying that it's good to change how you look for a woman, but men need to put just as much time into their appearance so women can feel proud to have them as their mate too. 3.) Don't try to show off to us. Be yourself. Be funny. Be confident, but not too cocky. Some Asian men I've either dated or grown up with - are just too arrogant. They pretend/think they know everything, spew out facts/opinions rather than observations or questions and don't ask interesting questions or topics. Girls like to talk about fun stuff along with the serious. Music, pop culture, celebrities, places to travel, restaurants, movies, you name it. We don't care to talk about Science, Math, History or the Directions on how to go from I-5 to the I-110 (which a LOT of Asians do). Be funny. This goes along with MOST women... the #1 trait they will tell someone on why they picked their mate is this reason. Have a good personality, be positive and be supportive. Don't be a wuss. But don't be a pompous man. Be ambitious, have a career and a goal. I hope this helps. I see your message and sense you are a good person - so I hope you find happiness someday. :)

Answer 6

Actually while i was in college i met MANY Asians that were very forward with their opinion.

I asked them about their thoughts on African Americans (ever notice how they ADORE Michael Jackson) and they didnt have a problem with them (they like black people). But i could tell that when white people were around they would change their tone.

I spoke with some Asian guys and they told me that white people are alwas telling them "we like you because you are like a banana ..yellow on the outside and white on the inside.." he thought that it was very funny because he,speaking of the asian americans and the ones overseas, said they talk about how ugly white people look..they have white people jokes...they cant stand white people ..behind closed doors ..of course.

In the open they smile and crack jokes with them.

Indian people are the same way ..except they have a problem with AMERICANS period. They talk about our society and morals ..nevermind the fact that they have more Aids in India than in most African Countries.

I posted a question earlier about how white americans have treated ALL of these other races better than blacks and they are the very ones that have betrayed them in the long run. Look at the Virginia Tech shooting, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 attacks, Illegal Immigration. Do you think that if Africa was just below us like Mexico..our government would have tolerated a open border? 300 Africans coming over the border everyday? Dont think so!

Answer 7

Well the older generation that are in asia think they promote too much crime, think they are ugly, too dark, or are too dumb to know them. The ones that live in america for a long time or are american that have seen blacks or been around them are little different, they think with a slightly more open view of blacks. Mostly, though the younger generation are much more excepting of them.

Answer 8

I would like to say something first off here that you should know, when I used to work in a store I used to give ALL men thier money like that, and I was thinking that some ppl will think Im prejudice-fact is in my religion women are NOT supposed to touch any man who is not thier husband or mahrem (relative) and that was the reason why-to help you a little let me start by saying a lot of middle eastern and asian ppl are brought up to be prejudice-this compounded with the fact they hardly see any black ppl around leads to ignorance and racism-I would also like to add this,those ppl dont usually have the same racism towards Africans as they do towards black americans-and even Africans dont like black americans (my ex-husband was african),though they may act like they do, and I have noticed a tendency among black americans to treat all foreigners like punks,do you think this helps?or hurts?Now let me ask you something, since I have been around all races I have always noticed how much black ppl will talk about other races with irritation or disgust,just as I have seen all other races talk about either black or white ppl with irritation or disgust,but what do you think about Hispanic ppl? I have noticed that black ppl will jump to defend Hispanic ppl,but do yo know something?Hispanic ppl are VERY reacist against black ppl,even if that is a brown puerto rican and he tells you that blak and hispanic ppl are the same,he will beat the **** out of his sister if she gets a black b/f to narrow racism down to asian and middl easterners-you havent been around much have you? EVERYONE has thier prejudices-

Answer 9

I am a white man living in Japan, and I have to agree with you as far as Japan is concerned.

I'm told that "Japan copied America's prejudice" and other things like that. I doubt they are true, but something fishy is definitely going on.

It could be that Asia has not been "seeing" black people for as long as Europe has?

[edit] I don't know why it is so, but I do know why it isn't going to get better anytime soon:

1] No anti-discrimination laws
2] Governor of Tokyo actually saying something like "we shouldn't be letting in these black Africans because they are running around in Tokyo getting up to who knows what" and NOT provoking any kind of reaction with that!
3] Average Japanese person not having the sense that we have about "oh, that's racist" or "oh, that's discriminatory" (partly because Japan is 99% Japanese - fair enough I suppose!)

Answer 10

As a Canadian I have noticed that Asian people usually stick to themselves as a whole. It is not against black people I feel they just socialize amongst themselves for the most part. That has been my experience.

Answer 11

What state are you from? The Asians down here are real cool no matter the age and even the Indian people (am from Florida) But maybe they stereotype how you dress..?idk