Question from a reader:
When people say that Ashida Mana-chan is cute, I often respond with “No.” This surprises those around me. I prefer the beauty type, so among young actresses, I like Hamabe Minami-chan. She is about 145-148 cm tall, which is even shorter than Adachi Yumi-san. Is it really that appealing to admire a petite 20-year-old?
It’s Interesting How
Different Our Aesthetic Sensibilities Are
Recently, I was discussing “cute actresses” with my friends, and Ashida Mana-chan came up in the conversation. I know she has a lot of fans, but my friend tends to say “No.” Imagining the surprised expressions on the faces of those around us made me chuckle a bit. I haven’t fully grasped her charm either, but preferences do vary. Many of my friends are fans of Hamabe Minami-chan, and they find her petite figure appealing. Indeed, she stands at about 145-148 cm, making her shorter than Adachi Yumi-san. When I think about it, I can understand why we admire small women. Personally, being close to 170 cm tall, I might feel a sense of comfort with that height difference.
Diversity in Beauty Standards and Preferences
However, when my friend commented that “the balance of her face is not good,” I couldn’t help but chuckle. It’s true that a small face with full lips and a prominent nose can create a strange impression. I guess our perceptions are influenced by various factors. While I don’t think it’s right to impose my tastes on others, conversations like these reveal different perspectives and can be quite entertaining. Moreover, my friend’s statement about Hamabe Minami-chan being “not a twenty-year-old, but an adult woman” struck me. I think it’s wonderful to view women without being constrained by age, and her charm can’t be measured solely by her age.
My Preferences and Yours
Personally, I enjoy comedy, which often draws me to women with a sense of humor. This gives me a different perspective from my friends who prefer beauty types. Sharing stories while overeating and ending up with a stomach ache, or arriving too early and waiting around, are all part of the fun times with friends. What kind of actresses do you like? If you have any interesting stories or preferences, I’d love for you to share them in the comments!
