Uncovering the Fascinating Origin of Minomonta's Name: From Minorikawa to Montan
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Uncovering the Fascinating Origin of Minomonta’s Name: From Minorikawa to Montan

Question from Readers:
Does anyone know how the name of Minomonta was decided?

The Surprising Origin of Minomonta’s Name

Recently, I came across a question about the origin of Minomonta’s name, and it led to a little discovery. Did you know that his stage name actually comes from his real name, “Minorikawa”? I had a vague idea that “Mino” was an

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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