by Anime! Anime! We conducted our annual reader survey entitled “What’s your favorite famous anime line?” We will announce the results.
May 18th is “Word Day”.
This anniversary comes from a play on the words “ko (5) and (10) and ba (8)”.
There are many memorable lines uttered by characters in anime. Words spoken by the main character, rivals, and sometimes nameless characters live on in people’s hearts and are sometimes passed down as “famous lines” among fans.
Anime there! Anime! We conducted our annual reader survey entitled “What’s your favorite famous anime line?” We received responses from 169 people from May 3rd to May 7th during the survey period.
The male-to-female ratio was approximately 35% male and 60% female, with approximately 5% not responding, making the majority female. The age group was mainly young, approximately 40% under 19 and 20% in their 20s.
Some are serious, some are comical… There are many memorable lines!
The line that received the most votes in this survey was Osamu Dazai’s from Bungo Stray Dogs: “Don’t feel sorry for yourself. If you do, your life will be an endless nightmare. ”
This line appears in episode 19 and is advice Osamu Dazai gave to the main character, Atsushi Nakajima. Readers have commented, “It was cool that when Atsushi was feeling down, he encouraged a senior. I felt it was typical of Atsushi to describe his life as a nightmare,” “He has a dark past himself.
That’s why I thought these words could be said to Atsushi. The lines he said were impressive as if he was trying to save not only Atsushi but also his old self.” Knowing the backbone of the character made his words seem even more profound. Arrived.
This time, as shown above, many votes were given to lines uttered by characters who can be considered seniors or mentors to the main character.
This line appears in episode 19 and is advice Osamu Dazai gave to the main character, Atsushi Nakajima. Readers have commented, “It was cool how when Atsushi was feeling down, he gave words of encouragement like a senior. I felt it was typical of Atsushi to describe his life as a nightmare,” and “He has a dark past himself. That’s why I thought these words could be said to Atsushi. The lines he said were impressive as if he was trying to save not only Atsushi but also his old self.” He commented that knowing the backbone of the character made his words seem even more profound. Arrived.
This time, as shown above, many votes were given to lines uttered by characters who can be considered seniors or mentors to the main character.
This line appears in episode 19 and is advice Osamu Dazai gave to the main character, Atsushi Nakajima. Readers have commented, “It was cool how when Atsushi was feeling down, he gave words of encouragement like a senior. I felt it was typical of Atsushi to describe his life as a nightmare,” and “He has a dark past himself. That’s why I thought these words could be said to Atsushi. The lines he said were impressive as if he was trying to save not only Atsushi but also his old self.” He commented that knowing the backbone of the character made his words seem even more profound. Arrived.
This time, as shown above, many votes were given to lines uttered by characters who can be considered seniors or mentors to the main character.
For example, in Jujutsu Kaisen the Movie 0, Satoru Gojo’s words, “There is no curse as twisted as love,” are words directed at the main character, Yuta Otokotsu, who is possessed by a girl who is his childhood friend cursed spirit.
A reader commented, “When I think about my past with Natsu Yuketsu, who was once my best friend, I can’t forget it because it feels like I’m talking to Mr. Gojo himself in the past.” The lines are gaining popularity.
“Blue Rock” Hachiraku Kai’s line “Eh, Kiyoshi, are you scared?” is a line that appeared in episode 9. The opposing team was ahead by three points, and the ball was thrown at Kiyoshiichi, who said he had no chance of winning. “That comment flipped a switch for Team Z, and it was so powerful that it made you think, “Hachiraku is the unsung hero!” The fans got excited, saying, “I think I could eat about three bowls of rice.” This line is also used again in “Blue Rock the Movie -EPISODE Nagi-” which is currently being released.
“Mob Psycho 100” Reigen Arataka’s line “When you don’t like it! It’s okay to run away!” is from episode 11 of the first season. Mob, the main character who is a psychic, receives the words from his master: “There are times when it is better to run away when times are tough, but there are times when you are too embarrassed or pathetic to take the best course of action. Thanks to words, I have learned to value my feelings more than what others think of me.” I have received comments from people who say that it has been helpful in their lives.
Famous lines uttered by the main character himself
Asta from “Black Clover” says, “My magic is not giving up!” This is true because Asta never gave up on his dream of becoming the Wizard Emperor even though he knew he couldn’t use magic. These magical words have saved and encouraged me and many friends.”
“Funeral Freelen” Freelen’s”That’s what the brave Himmel would have done” states, “Freelen, who wanted to know about humans, learns about the way humans should be by imitating the actions of the deceased Himmel.” I understand. It’s a great line that shows how much you trust Himmel!
Edward Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist’s “Stand up and walk forward, you have fine legs, don’t you?” says, “When you lose your beloved and realize that the religion you believed in is a lie, you lose hope.”It’s typical of Ed to scold Rose instead of offering words of comfort. You can feel the weight of his life.” The line that expressed the main character’s way of life received votes.
Some small lines that can be used in daily life
“[Oshi no Ko]” MEM Cho’s “Attakeeyo…” includes “Words used when B Komachi welcomed you warmly. When someone is kind to you or treats you kindly, you can’t help but cry out in your heart. It will end.”
Inazuma Eleven’s Mamoru Endo said, “Practice is rice balls!” “If a normal character said this, it would probably seem like he was joking, but it becomes more serious and funny when Endo says it. I like how he shows his anger and says, “This is no place to laugh.”
Rohan Kishibe of “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” says, “I want to say it when my boss forces me to do a job.” Rohan Kishibe says, “But I refuse,” a popular character who also aired the latest drama “Rohan Kishibe Doesn’t Move” said. There was a vote.
The 2024 edition of the survey included various famous lines, from those that touched the heart to those that were slightly funny.
Below are the famous lines that received multiple votes. Don’t miss this either!
