Understanding the Importance of Name Readings: Why Some Names Cause More Confusion Than Others
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Understanding the Importance of Name Readings: Why Some Names Cause More Confusion Than Others

Question from a reader:
I heard that Koayabu-san has been frequently asked about the reading of his name, “Kazu-toyo,” and finds it quite troublesome. He mentioned on television that children should have names that they can read. However, names like Hamada-san’s and Takefusa Kubo’s are also difficult; why does Koayabu-san seem to be the only one complaining?

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The Impact of Surname Vowels on Behavior: Are Those with 'A' Row Surnames More Likely to Get into Trouble?
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The Impact of Surname Vowels on Behavior: Are Those with ‘A’ Row Surnames More Likely to Get into Trouble?

Question from a reader:
Is it true that people with surnames starting with the vowel sounds in the “a” row, like Matsumoto Hitoshi, Nakai Masahiro, and Takahira Kuruma, tend to get into trouble? I’m curious about this.

Examining the Relationship Between Surnames and Behavior

Recently, I received an interesting question from a friend. It asked whether people with surnames starting with