Exploring the Universal Theme of Self-Sacrifice in "Demon Slayer" and Its Impact on American Audiences
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Exploring the Universal Theme of Self-Sacrifice in “Demon Slayer” and Its Impact on American Audiences

Reader’s Question:
I’ve always thought that self-sacrifice is a unique virtue in Japanese culture and that it wouldn’t be accepted in America. However, “Demon Slayer” became a huge hit there. Why is that? Did people overlook the self-sacrifice aspect and just enjoy the sword-fighting elements?

Understanding Self-Sacrifice in American Culture through “Demon

Why Americans Shorten Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Name to "Yoshi" and Omit "Nobu"
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Why Americans Shorten Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s Name to “Yoshi” and Omit “Nobu”

Reader’s Question:
When Americans pronounce Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s name, why do they say “Yoshi Yamamoto”? What is the reason for omitting the “Nobu”? It’s strange that they can’t pronounce “Nobu” even though there is a similar sound in English. Can someone explain this to me?

How Americans Pronounce “Yoshinobu Yamamoto”

Recently, while chatting with friends, the topic of how Americans say Yoshinobu