“There’s Nothing About Him That I Admire” – Sanji’s Voice Actor Old Interview Emerges After Sanji Gets Backlash From Fans

The One Piece anime series continues to captivate audiences worldwide as it adapts the Egghead Island arc from Eiichiro Oda’s beloved manga.

However, a recent episode has sparked a wave of criticism from fans, leading to the resurfacing of an old interview with Sanji’s Japanese voice actor.

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The anime’s adaptation of the Egghead Island arc has been a point of contention for some viewers. In a recent episode, an anime-original scene featuring Sanji’s interaction with the character Stussy has drawn significant backlash.

In the scene, Sanji engages in his trademark flirtatious behavior, going so far as to declare himself Stussy’s “servant” and ask her to call him a “dog.” While Stussy ignores his request, Sanji proceeds to act like a dog, much to the dismay of some fans.

The reaction to this scene has been mixed, with some viewers arguing that it aligns with Sanji’s character, while others believe it exaggerates and undermines his personality. Amidst the ongoing debate, an old interview with Sanji’s Japanese voice actor, Hiroaki Hirata, has resurfaced, adding fuel to the fire.

In the interview, Hirata candidly stated, “There is nothing about Sanji that I admire. Because he is an idiot. Maybe not bad in the sense that he is a refreshingly stupid character to watch.”

This revelation has surprised many One Piece fans, who have long admired Sanji’s chivalrous nature and dedication to protecting the women in the Straw Hat crew. The contrast between Hirata’s comments and the character’s popularity has sparked a lively discussion within the fandom.

It’s important to note that the anime-original scene involving Sanji and Stussy is not present in the original manga by Eiichiro Oda. As the anime adaptation races to catch up with the manga’s pace, Toei Animation has had to incorporate original content to avoid overtaking the source material too quickly.

While some fans may find these anime-original scenes jarring or out of character, it’s a necessary compromise to maintain the anime’s ongoing production. Oda, the creator of One Piece, has not expressed any direct criticism of the anime’s handling of Sanji’s character.

What are your thoughts on Sanji’s original scene? Do you think the reactions are exaggerated? Let us know your opinion in the comment section.


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