noun
blackface makeup
Refers to the practice of darkening the skin with makeup, typically for theatrical or comedic effect, often associated with racial caricature. In Japanese contexts, it may appear in discussions of minstrel-style performances or controversial media portrayals.
その番組でタレントが黒塗りメイクをして物議を醸した。
On that program, a performer did blackface makeup and caused controversy.
海外では黒塗りメイクは人種差別と見なされることが多い。
Overseas, blackface makeup is often regarded as racist.