Newhalf refers to individuals assigned male at birth but identify female. They could undergo HRT and gender confirmation surgery to align their physical appearance with their gender identity. Newhalf are commonly linked to the crossdressing community and enjoy sharing
their femininity through clothing and cosmetics. Certain individuals could identify as newhalf
on a part-time or full-time basis, based on their comfort level. In recent
years, otoko no ko are becoming more visible and accepted in the community, leading to enhanced awareness and understanding.