Reader’s Question:
In the Detective Conan anime, there are scenes where Conan thinks that Daisuke Kanou resembles the character Rum. However, Daisuke Kanou is not included among the three Rum candidates later on. When and why was he removed from the list of candidates?
Detective Conan and the Mystery of Daisuke Kanou
So, here’s the thing. I was diving into the world of Detective Conan recently—my go-to when I need a good mix of mystery and comedy—and I stumbled upon this interesting tidbit about Daisuke Kanou. You know, the character that Conan seems to think resembles Rum? I mean, that got me thinking! But then I read that Kanou didn’t even make it to the final list of Rum candidates. How does that happen? It turns out that the creator, Aoyama-sensei, actually denied the theory linking Kanou to Rum during a discussion. I can’t help but wonder what it must have been like for the fans back then, speculating and theorizing, only to have their hopes dashed in a single statement! I imagine it’s kind of like when I was convinced my favorite snack would come back in stock at my local store. I kept going back, thinking, “This is the week!” But after multiple visits and empty-handed returns, I had to face the reality that maybe it was time to let that snack dream go. Anyway, as I was watching, I couldn’t help but think about how Conan interacts with Kanou. He probably started off suspicious, but as they spent more time together, he just… forgot about it? It’s like how I sometimes get distracted by my kid’s giggles while I’m trying to solve a puzzle. One moment I’m deep in thought, and the next, I’m rolling around on the floor, laughing at their antics. These little moments in anime remind me of how life can shift our perceptions. You start out thinking one thing about someone, and then they surprise you, just like my kid does when they suddenly pull off a funny impression. It’s those unexpected turns that keep life—and shows like Detective Conan—interesting. So, what do you think? Have you ever had a character you were sure was going to be the villain turn out to be a total sweetheart instead? Or maybe a snack that you loved just disappeared from your life? Share your stories or tips in the comments! I’d love to hear your thoughts!
