These sets are really cool.
It is quite interesting to look at the differences in styling from US sets to the sets from Japan.
The Japanese sets seemed much more utilitarian while the American sets were much more ornate and focused much more on the asthetic. It really shows the differences in culture. Just from the designs, it seems that the Japanese viewed these sets as much more of a kitchen appliance; while the Americans wanted much more ornate cabinetry and tended to treat the tv's they were in love with as a piece of furniture and a focal point of the home.
Quite fascinating. Of course now, the tv IS just another appliance or at least that's how it seems.
