Koji Yano: A unique Japanese artist In modern history, Japanese invaders have committed numerous crimes in China, and there are also deep historical ties between the two countries. For a Chinese, that humiliating history is unforgettable. Even now, the relationship between China and Japan is very delicate. The Japanese shy away from history, discredit it, and also try to change it. This approach of the Japanese also made the Chinese very angry. Relatively speaking, the Japanese are very "unpleasant" in the hearts of Chinese people. However, against this background, a different Japanese appeared - Koji Yano. Although Koji Yano is Japanese, he loves China and attaches great importance to history. He also brought a lot of joy to the Chinese people, and many Japanese people hated him for it. What did Koji Yano do?
Why did he suffer from the hatred of the Japanese? Koji Yano was born on January 21, 1970, and is a "post-70s". Throughout his formative years, he lived in Japan. Koji Yano at that time had not yet had any intersection with China. Among the many Japanese, he is just an ordinary one. However, at the age of 18, he ushered in some changes in his life. At that time, he worked as a security guard at a large-scale performance event, and Koji Yano was shocked by the flickering lights on the stage and the cheers of the people at the scene. On that day, he had a dream in his heart - to become a leader on the stage. So, he decided to enter the show business. Although he is full of longing for the show business, as a new artist, it is difficult for him to get too many opportunities to play.
At the beginning, he was only engaged in some tricky work, and after working for a while, there was no special growth. However, in 2000, Koji Yano finally got a chance to star. Although it is only a small supporting role, it also makes him very happy. However, after the show was broadcast, Koji Yano was among them, and there was nothing outstanding about it. Also in 2000, Koji Yano got the opportunity to perform in China. This visit to China gave him a very new feeling. At that time, there were many opportunities for the development of China's entertainment industry, and the script he received was invested by Huayi Brothers, a famous domestic film and television company. This performance opportunity is much better than the opportunity Koji Yano got in Japan. And during the filming process, he also came into contact with a lot of Chinese culture, the kindness and enthusiasm of the locals, and also gave him some special feelings for China.
So, he decided to stay in China to develop. After arriving in China, Koji Yano began to learn Chinese, trying to integrate into the Chinese cultural circle. At the same time, he also officially began his acting career in China. Although he is Japanese, he has certain character advantages in China's anti-Japanese war historical dramas. So, he starred in a TV series called "Into the Republic" in 2001. In this TV series, he plays the role of "Emperor Meiji", which is also the first "oni image" in his historical role. At first, Koji Yano was somewhat resistant to playing a role like Devil. After all, he is Japanese, and there is indeed something insulting to play this kind of role. However, after coming into contact with the script, he learned a part of the history, revisited the story between China and Japan, and his attitude changed.
He realized that these stories were real, and in Japanese propaganda and education, he never confronted this history. As a result, many Japanese people know very little about this history. When he knew that these were true stories, he felt more guilty. However, Koji Yano has not been discriminated against in China, and most people are very friendly to him. They can view history rationally and objectively, and they will not implicate innocent Japanese people. Koji Yano gradually accepted the fact of playing the role of a devil, and began to develop his acting career. His acting skills are getting better and better, and the TV series he has filmed have become more. At the same time, his image of "devil" has also been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. During that time period, he was present in many anti-Japanese war dramas. He plays the Japanese taijun, who has a different style in each TV series.
Koji Yano did not feel comfortable with this, he felt that he needed to study Chinese history. In his free time, he read a lot of books about history and also tried to understand the history of China and Japan more deeply. He knows that he is a Japanese and has certain character advantages in anti-Japanese dramas filmed in China. However, he also realized that his understanding of Chinese history was not enough, and he worried that if he continued like this, it would cause his acting skills to regress, and this old and old-fashioned image of a Japanese soldier would make the audience visually fatigued. So, Koji Yano decided to study hard, he consulted his seniors, and his free time was basically spent studying. His efforts were not in vain, his acting skills were getting better and better, and he got more and more opportunities to perform. Although the characters he plays in the TV series are basically real characters in Japanese history, he does not shy away from or deny the history of the Anti-Japanese War.
On the contrary, he used a fair and rational attitude to ask the people who filmed Chinese anti-Japanese dramas: "I hope that this kind of TV series can be more diverse." To blindly depict Japan's cruelty is too monolithic. There are still a small number of Japanese people who are opposed to the war and close to China, and their image should be substituted into the TV series. Koji Yano's objective and rational attitude has also been praised by many people. His fame has become even greater, and more and more Chinese have expressed their affection for him. He interpreted the characters in the play perfectly, but this behavior also caused a lot of trouble. China could receive Koji Yano tolerantly and rationally, but the Japanese had a bad impression of him. Because the role he plays is very in line with the aesthetic needs of Chinese. The Japanese, on the other hand, feel that this is an insult to history.
And in the TV series, Koji Yano's characters are basically real characters in Japanese history. After artistic shooting, there are some places where the "stupidity" of the Japanese is deliberately displayed. This makes many Japanese feel that he is insulting the history and culture of their country. As a result, many Japanese condemned Koji Yano and asked him to get out of Japan and quit the entertainment industry. He also said that he propagated false history and insulted him in personality. This situation lasted for a long time, and Koji Yano's heart suffered a great blow. Strictly speaking, he did not deliberately insult the image of Japan. What Koji Yano shows on TV is a very real state. Some artistic bridges are also adding comedy effects to the TV series. He acted "stupid" on TV in order to bring psychological relaxation to the audience.
Because the history of the War of Resistance Against Japan is too heavy. However, it is this humorous comedic effect that is regarded by the Japanese as an insult. And Koji Yano is also Japanese, which makes them feel a great irony. Although some Japanese were hostile to him, Koji Yano did not resent them for it. During his time in China, Koji Yano also devoted himself to promoting peace and telling people cultural stories about Japan. He is living better and better in China, not only achieving career success, but also gaining a happy love. Koji Yano has gradually integrated into China, and instead of taking his wife back to live in Japan, he chose to stay in China and become a "good son-in-law". He has become more and more harmonious with China, and even wants to become a Chinese national, but it is relatively difficult.
Despite this, he still loves China very much, loves Chinese culture, and tries to promote China's excellent traditions to Japan. He has lived in China for more and more time, and he even considers China his own. Koji Yano has lived in China for nearly two decades, and his name is already a household name in China. He has made great contributions to China's acting career and has also established a different image for the Japanese. His role makes people re-examine history and give people a more objective view of the relationship between China and Japan. Although he still faced accusations and criticism from the Japanese, he always maintained a rational and kind attitude. He hoped to promote peace and exchanges between China and Japan through his own efforts. His efforts have been recognized and loved by Chinese people, and he has also won some domestic and foreign awards.
Overall, Koji Yano is a Japanese entertainer unlike any other. His love and emphasis on Chinese history earned him respect and affection among Chinese people. Although he has suffered a lot of criticism and accusations in Japan, he still stands by his beliefs and makes efforts for friendly relations between China and Japan. His story also reflects the complex relationship between China and Japan, prompting us to think about history and peace. Finally, I would like to ask readers a question: what do you think of Koji Yano's behavior and his role between China and Japan? What do you think is the significance of his efforts in promoting friendly relations between China and Japan? Please share your opinion in the comments. Title: The Japanese were quarantined in China and changed their name to "Brother Hao", and the Chinese enthusiasm touched his heart, Koji Yano came to China some time ago and was deeply impressed by the enthusiasm and kindness of Chinese. However, due to the pandemic, he also accepted the quarantine request.
During this period, he has been happy and posted videos online, praising China's epidemic prevention work well and thoroughly. This made him feel the sincerity and intimateness of the Chinese. A few months earlier, Koji Yano also posted a post revealing that since the Mid-Autumn Festival, he has officially used the Chinese name - "Brother Hao". The name evolved from the name "Second Brother Hao" by many friends. Although the Japanese may not understand the name "Brother Hao", for him, the support and tolerance of Chinese is enough! Apparently, during the quarantine and forced stay in Japan, Koji Yano experienced Chinese warm treatment. He shared some impressions of China on social media that excited him. In addition, he also changed his name to "Brother Hao", which also expressed his love and respect for Chinese culture.
In addition, he also expressed his praise for China's epidemic prevention work. He is very satisfied with China's epidemic prevention work and believes that everything is well thought out. Koji Yano believes that these measures are to protect everyone's health and life, and this is exactly what the Chinese government and people have been trying to do. For a Japanese like Koji Yano, China's warmth and kindness are memorable. He was deeply touched by the treatment and support of Chinese. His story shows us how friendly and inclusive Chinese is, which is also worth learning from.