This is also true in China, and to varying extents everywhere else in Asia. Dark skin is an indication of low birth, pale creamy skin is considered desirable.

This is also true in China, and to varying extents everywhere else in Asia. Dark skin is an indication of low birth, pale creamy skin is considered desirable. e.g. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/latest-trend-sweeping-china-lighter-skin/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/latest-trend-sweeping-china-lig...