Society
Civil registration data reflects the popularity of Japanese anime and manga
The growing reach of Japanese pop culture has begun making waves in unexpected ways. In Indonesia, an increasing number of parents are stepping away from traditional naming conventions to give their newborns names inspired by beloved Japanese manga and anime characters—such as Naruto—capturing the attention and curiosity of observers back in Japan.
YURIKA YONEDA
August 24, 2026 13:06 JST