by September 19, 2022, is Respect for the Aged Day.
It was established as a national holiday in 1966 as a day to respect and celebrate the longevity of the elderly who have served the society for many years. It used to be September 15, but since 2003 it has been moved to the third Monday of September due to the Happy Monday system, and this year it is September 19.
Grandpa and grandma often appear in anime and games. There are various depictions of him, such as gently watching over his grandchildren’s growth, anecdotes of him accomplishing incredible feats, and teaching techniques to his apprentices as a master. Who is the most popular among such older people’s characters?
Anime there! Animation! Continuing last year, we conducted a reader survey titled “How would you like to grow old? What is your ideal elderly character?” We received responses from 150 people during the survey period from September 6 to September 13.
The gender ratio is about 40% male and about 60% female, which is slightly more female. The age group was mainly young, with about 50% under the age of 19 and about 25% in their 20s.
A popular character with a strong sense of duty and humanity
the rising of “Gintama.” With an approval rating of about 9%, he moved up from 2nd place last year.
Readers commented, “Always asking Gin-san to pay the rent, but when the time comes, she’s like a mother you can rely on!” Because he watches over the three people at Odd Jobs.
She is still the only female character in the top 10.
Sakonji Urokodaki from “Kimetsu no Yaiba” and Silvers Rayleigh from “One Piece” tied for second place. The approval rating was about 6%.
Sakonji Urokodaki is the master of the main character, Tanjiro Kamado, and the water column, Giyu Tomioka. “His guidance is very strict, but he is a kind person who cares about his disciples more than anyone else. In episode 22, when he wrote a letter to the master, he begged for Nezuko’s life, which touched my heart.” “Although there are few scenes, he has an overwhelming presence. You can feel the life he has walked through the weighty voice of Mr. Hochu Otsuka.”
Silvers Rayleigh is a great pirate who used to be the vice-captain of the Roger Pirates. “The power to stop Kizaru, who has natural abilities, is too flashy and cool!” and “The important person who taught Luffy Haki.2 years later, it’s Rayleigh. I think it’s thanks to you guiding me,” and gathered support as a user of Haki.
“Senpai ga Uzai Kouhai no Hanashi,” Grandpa says, “He’s the grandfather of the main character, Futaba Igarashi, but he’s so wild that he doesn’t look like an old man, and he’s powerful enough to ride a large motorcycle. He loves Futaba too much and is at odds with his senior, Takeda. But I think it’s also a sign of youthfulness.”
To Sakura Yuzo from “Chibi Maruko-chan,” “I spend happy days loving Maruko and participating in neighborhood associations, and I yearn for this kind of old age. I write when I’m deeply moved or shocked. Haiku from the heart is also an indispensable part of ‘Chibi Maruko-chan.'”
For Kaoru Gojo from “Sono Kisekae Ningyo Wa Koi Wo Suru,” “The grandfather of the main character, Nina, is a Hina doll craftsman. So the relationship of being a teacher is unique.”
“I’ve entered the devil! Iruma-kun’ Sullivan said, “Iruma-Kun’s grandpa in the demon world. Although he’s a high-ranking devil close to the Demon King, he’s an idiot grandson. “There was also a vote for the title to start the 3rd series from autumn.
In the 2022 edition, “Weekly Shonen Jump,” characters stand out at the top. In addition, several characters who act as mentors to guide the young protagonist are ranked.
Ranking Top 25
What is your ideal old man character? 2022 version
- Otose “Gintama.”
- Urokodaki Sakonji “Kimetsu no Yaiba”
- Silvers Rayleigh “One Piece.”
- Jiraiya “NARUTO.”
- Sakura Yuzo “Chibi Maruko-chan”
- Joseph Joestar “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Stardust Crusaders.”
- Sullivan “I entered the devil! Iruma-kun』
- Kame Sennin “Dragon Ball.”
- Toshizo Hijikata “Golden Kamuy”
- Monkey D. Garp’s “One Piece.”
(Answer period: September 6 to September 13, 2022)
Ranking Top 25
What is your ideal old man character? 2022 version
- Otose “Gintama.”
- Urokodaki Sakonji “Kimetsu no Yaiba”
- Silvers Rayleigh “One Piece.”
- Jiraiya “NARUTO.”
- Sakura Yuzo “Chibi Maruko-chan”
- Joseph Joestar “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Stardust Crusaders.”
- Sullivan “I entered the devil! Iruma-kun』
- Kame Sennin “Dragon Ball”
- Toshizo Hijikata “Golden Kamuy”
- Monkey D. Garp “One Piece.”
11 Dr. Agasa “Detective Conan.” - Anzai-sensei “SLAM DUNK.”
- Visa “World Trigger.”
- Uyo Itsutsuna “Haikyu!!”
- Edward Newgate, “One Piece.”
- Gran Torino “My Hero Academia.”
- Jigoro Kuwashima “Kimetsu no Yaiba.”
- Genkai “Yu Yu Hakusho”
- Sakae Jinnai “Summer Wars”
- Dora “Castle in the Sky.”
- Nobita’s grandmother “Doraemon.”
- Hakurou “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.”
- Yukichi Fukuzawa “Bungo Stray Dogs.”
- Mikazuki Munechika “Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-”
- Recovery Girl “My Hero Academia.”
(Answer period: September 6 to September 13, 2022)
This questionnaire is part of an awareness survey on readers’ interest in and attention to current anime works and characters. Regarding the results, it is not the intention to decide the superiority or inferiority of any character or profession. Instead, we hope this article will help you learn about new pieces and feelings and help you deepen your understanding and interest in them.
