The Origins and Significance of "アルヨ" in Showa Era Anime and Comedy
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The Origins and Significance of “アルヨ” in Showa Era Anime and Comedy

Reader’s Question:
I’ve noticed that in some old anime and comedy sketches from the Showa era, Chinese characters often end their sentences with “アルヨ.” Does anyone know where this speech pattern originated from?

Discovering “アルヨ” in Japanese Comedy

You know, it’s funny how certain phrases can stick with you, especially when they