hyperreality; surrealism
Refers to a state or concept where reality and simulation are indistinguishable, or to surrealistic art and thought. Often used in philosophical, artistic, or media contexts.
Modern society is said to be an age of hyperreality.
His paintings depict a surreal world.
Compound of 超 (chō, 'super-', 'hyper-') and 現実 (genjitsu, 'reality'). The term likely emerged in the 20th century to translate Western concepts of hyperreality and surrealism.