Question from a Reader:
Sometimes people say I resemble President Kuwata from Reiwa no Tora. Should I be happy about this?
What Does It Mean to Be Compared?
Recently, a friend asked me, “Have you ever been told you look like President Kuwata?” Honestly, my first reaction was, “Really?” I was born in California and raised in Osaka, so I consider
myself to have a bright and comical vibe, which feels quite different from President Kuwata’s serious image.
Initial Reaction
However, my friend mentioned, “It means you share some of his seriousness too.” That made me feel a bit complicated. Being told I resemble someone is a mix of joy and uncertainty. While it can be a great conversation starter, I would prefer to be compared to someone with a more positive persona. In the past, a friend once said, “You’re like a character from an American comedy!” That really made me happy! I remember we burst into laughter while reenacting scenes from American comedies. Laughter definitely creates a fun atmosphere, and I hope that whoever I resemble can bring some humor too.
A Little Discovery
One day, when I took my kids to the park, some neighborhood kids shouted, “Dad, you look like a comedian!” I was so delighted that I spontaneously started a little comedy routine right there. The moment the kids laughed, I felt an incredible sense of joy. It made me realize that the words “similar” or “funny” have the power to bring smiles to others.
In Conclusion
Ultimately, maybe it’s not something to worry too much about when people say you resemble someone. What truly matters is how we choose to enjoy that and create laughter from it. So, if someone tells me I look like President Kuwata, I might just say, “How about we go to a comedy show together next time?” Have you ever been told you resemble someone? Did it make you happy? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments!
