Fujiko F. Fujio's classic series, Doraemon, holds a special place in many childhood memories. With its early manga's immense popularity and continued success in theatrical releases, the franchise clearly still packs a powerful punch.
When you think of Nobita from Doraemon, your first thought is probably of a clumsy, academically challenged kid who's terrible at sports, right? But there's a recurring debate: "Is Nobita actually a genius?" We've even covered how his "model railway skills" impressed experts. Now, Japanese media outlet Real Sound has published an article suggesting that Nobita is surprisingly well-suited for a particular profession, especially when his unique talents are considered.
Nobita's top talent? Without a doubt, it's his "marksmanship"! Especially in the Doraemon movies, his sharpshooting prowess shines, taking down countless enemies with his super-accurate aim. According to the series' lore, he can fire a shot in a blistering 0.1 seconds. How impressive is that? Compare him to other famous ACG gunmen like Daisuke Jigen from "Lupin the 3rd" or even Ryo Saeba from "City Hunter"—Nobita might just outshoot them all. Calling Nobita one of the "strongest gunmen in anime" is no exaggeration!
Beyond shooting, Nobita is also a master of "Cat's Cradle" (Ayatori). In the episode "The King of the Cat's Cradle World," he uses the "If Box" to create a world where everyone is obsessed with Cat's Cradle. There, he showcases a series of highly complex techniques, earning him the title of "genius" and even attracting an agent who wants to sign him to a professional team.
Then there's Nobita's truly unique ability: "instant sleep." He can fall asleep anywhere, anytime. In today's world, where so many suffer from insomnia, this is practically a superpower! Nobita has zero trouble catching Z's, and this "anytime nap" skill could actually be a huge asset in certain professions.
In fact, Japanese netizens have jokingly said, "Nobita is basically military material!" And when you think about it, there's some real truth to that. His "Cat's Cradle" skills could easily translate to practical rope techniques in the military, which are incredibly useful.
And his ability to "sleep anywhere, anytime" is a massive advantage for soldiers who might need to deploy at a moment's notice. Finally, add his "marksmanship" to the mix, and objectively, Nobita truly has the potential to be a top-tier soldier. This perspective has led many to re-evaluate his seemingly ordinary but actually quite extraordinary capabilities.
While most people see Nobita as a lazy, unmotivated kid, a closer look at his various special talents reveals that he possesses some truly remarkable abilities. Perhaps it's this very contrast that makes him such a relatable and endearing character. Who knows what other hidden talents he might reveal next!
via： Real Sound