Reader’s Question:
I have a question about GeGeGe no Kitaro. Is the eyeball of Kitaro’s father really Kitaro’s left eye that fell off? I was told that this is not the case. Is it actually the eye of Kitaro’s real father? Also, was Kitaro born as a yokai? Did he have
a real father and mother? Was he born as a human and then became a yokai after dying? Thank you for your help.
Unraveling the Mysteries of GeGeGe no Kitaro
You know, there’s something magical about diving deep into the worlds of our favorite shows. Recently, a friend of mine brought up the classic anime GeGeGe no Kitaro, and boy, did it open up a whole can of questions! If you’re a fan, you might have wondered about Kitaro’s origins, especially the story behind his father, the eyeball. So, let’s chat about that. I’ve always thought it was a bit shocking that Kitaro’s father, known as Medama-oyaji, is actually just his eyeball! But it turns out, as a fellow viewer pointed out, that it’s not just any eyeball—it’s actually the eyeball of Kitaro’s real father. How wild is that? It’s like a twisted family heirloom, but instead of a locket, you get an eyeball. Makes for some interesting dinner conversation, right? I remember watching the first episode of the anime “Hakaba Kitaro,” which really dives into Kitaro’s backstory. It’s hilarious and a bit dark at the same time. Kitaro’s origins are revealed in such a quirky manner! Apparently, he was born as a part of the “Yurei-zoku,” a fascinating mix of humans and yokai. So, no, he wasn’t just a regular yokai. I still chuckle at how he bumps his head on a tombstone at birth—talk about starting life with a bang! The whole idea of being born from a mix of human and yokai is super intriguing. It’s like Kitaro is this bridge between two worlds, which adds so much depth to his character. And honestly, I can relate to that feeling of being caught between two cultures. Growing up in California and then moving to Osaka, I often felt like I had one foot in each world, just like Kitaro! One of my favorite moments from the show has to be when Kitaro interacts with other yokai. The humor is so different from what you’d find in American cartoons—there’s this blend of slapstick and clever wordplay, especially in manzai style. I remember laughing so hard at a scene where Kitaro’s quirky personality clashes with the serious nature of yokai customs. It definitely brings a smile to my face! So, what do you think? Have you had any funny or surprising moments while watching GeGeGe no Kitaro or any other anime? I’d love to hear about your experiences or any tips for diving deeper into the world of anime! Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments!
