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What Are Chinese Generations Nostalgic For? | First Person

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Six individuals from different generations share their most treasured memories and why they’re significant

As Millennials enter their 30s and 40s, and Gen Z comes of age, a wave of nostalgia is sweeping through social media, film, and TV. People are reminiscing about early internet culture, pop entertainment, simpler school days, and even childhood drinks. But nostalgia is hardly a new or unique phenomenon. TWOC spoke with six individuals from different generations to explore what stirs their memories. Their stories, though deeply personal, nevertheless reflect the rapidly evolving society. Here’s what we found:

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