Launched last May, the mobile game "Gakuen Idolmaster" (School Idol Master) has captivated many "Producers" with its stellar performances and character models, continuing the beloved Idolmaster series tradition set at Hoshina Academy.
Recently, a heartwarming story from Japan's X (formerly Twitter) went viral: a user shared how their 92-year-old grandfather, while out shopping, suddenly declared, "This is so cute, I want to pull one!" He was pointing at a "Gakuen Idolmaster" gacha machine! The unexpected sight of a nearly centenarian grandpa falling for an idol game gacha quickly caught everyone's attention.
The user explained that Grandpa was hoping for Saki Hanami but ended up with Temari Tsukimura. He didn't try for another pull and brought Temari home.
Later, visiting Grandpa's house, they found Temari proudly displayed beneath the TV cabinet, nestled among a collection of guardian figures, seemingly waiting for Grandpa's return. The scene was both adorable and hilariously random! "Please take good care of Grandpa, Temari!"
The user joked that Temari, sandwiched between such "luxurious" company, looked like she was trembling and crying out, "P-Producer...!! Come get me already...QQ" It's a truly pitiful, yet utterly adorable, sight!
Turns out, the user had never discussed "Idolmaster" with Grandpa; he simply thought, "This is cute," and decided to pull. His eclectic display, featuring souvenirs from past travels and gifts from grandkids, creates a truly "Grandpa's house" vibe with a super deluxe lineup.
But from Temari's perspective, it must be terrifying! As her "Producer," the user felt a pang of guilt. With Ryukyu Shisa statues watching over her, even the Expo mascot Myaku-Myaku would probably be freaked out!
This heartwarming tale of Grandpa's gacha adventure resonated with netizens, who praised the adorable nonagenarian and the sweet bond between grandpa and grandchild. Some even suggested sending him a Saki Hanami gacha to complete his collection!
But don't let his gacha-loving charm fool you – the user's grandpa is no ordinary man! He still shares fascinating stories about pre-war Japanese history, including the Imperial Rescript on Education, and has even self-taught watercolor and digital painting, earning him the title of a "god-tier artist" in the user's eyes.
At his age, Grandpa might just be Japan's oldest "Producer"! To still be pulling gacha because something's "cute" at ninety-plus, and to be a talented, self-taught artist? This grandpa truly has some serious hidden depths!