Touches the heart! Famous sayings left by great figures of Japan (101–110)
Believe that someday, your turn for a chance will surely come.Yasushi Akimoto
When it comes to Yasushi Akimoto, he’s known as the producer behind the AKB48 group.
As a lyricist, he has written over 4,000 songs, bringing many classics into the world, such as Hibari Misora’s “Kawa no Nagare no Yō ni” and AKB48’s “Aitakatta.” This time, we’re introducing some of Akimoto’s famous quotes! If you’ve been working hard but aren’t seeing results yet, these words may resonate with you.
Even someone as successful as he is has been in that state of mind—knowing that can give you courage, right?
Politicians are public servants who work for the people.Sanae Takaichi
Since ancient times, it has been taught that “those in power should look to the people’s hearths,” and putting citizens’ livelihoods first has been held up as an ideal.
Ms.
Takaichi’s words carry this tradition into the present and express a strong determination to pass it on to the future.
Even in her stance toward tackling major issues such as economic stability and national security, there is a living spirit at the core: to devote oneself to the people.
The principle that politicians are public servants demonstrates a humble yet resolute posture of working not to wield power, but to safeguard the happiness of the citizenry.
Through these words, we too, as citizens, can be reminded of the essence of politics and heighten our awareness of building the future together.
Rather than expecting something from others, become the one who creates change.Sanae Takaichi
These are words that convey the importance of taking action, expressing a desire to become someone who can set things in motion rather than leaving them to others.
They also reflect an emphasis on personal responsibility and initiative, and carry a message encouraging many people to think for themselves.
You can also see how the idea of being the one to drive change has enabled this person to continue a long career in politics.
It suggests a political journey marked by striving to act with responsibility and conviction, and to bring about change.
My role is to fulfill my responsibility to future generations.Sanae Takaichi
These words express the direction Ms.
Takaichi aims for regarding what a politician should accomplish.
They indicate a long-term orientation: her role is to make the future better, and she will move forward with all her strength to achieve that.
Focusing so much on the future might risk losing popularity with the current generation, but even so, her prioritization of the future conveys a strong conviction.
It’s a statement that embodies a political stance on where attention should be directed to improve the country.
A beautiful Japan. That is our duty as those living in the present.Sanae Takaichi
Sanae Takaichi’s famous quotes #Quotes #Trivia #shorts
These words embody multilayered values—nature, culture, tradition, spirituality, and safety.
The changing scenery of the four seasons, festivals passed down since ancient times, a spirit that honors courtesy, and Japan’s uniquely safe and secure society—these are treasures we can proudly share with the world.
Ms.
Takaichi’s words challenge us to take responsibility for carrying these forward into the future.
They resonate not as a mere political slogan, but as a guiding ideal that each citizen should recognize, protect, and cultivate.
Because the expression combines strength with warmth, it feels like a memorable saying that will be etched deeply in many people’s hearts.
Since we have a god here, I’d love the chance to play a game with you.Sota Fujii
[A Famous Quote in Shogi History] Sota Fujii: 'I would like to have a game with you.' #shorts #quote #SotaFujii #shogi
In response to the question, “If there were a god of shogi, what would you ask for?”, Sota Fujii answered as follows.
Don’t his words make it clear how much he thinks about shogi every day? You can also sense his curiosity—his desire to deepen his understanding of the game and to know how a god would play shogi.
Sota Fujii’s strength goes without saying, of course.
Yet he is not content with that; his determination to aim even higher is truly moving.
When you feel tempted to take the easy way out, try recalling these words.
If someone says it’s impossible because I’m a woman, then it’s all the more worth challenging.Sanae Takaichi
These words convey Ms.
Takaichi’s determination to keep challenging herself as a powerful woman striving for the top.
Precisely because politics has long been dominated by men, being a woman alone brings various difficulties—and that is why the challenge has value.
The words not only reflect a commitment to equality that transcends gender and status, but also a reformist spirit aimed at changing entrenched conventions.
It makes you wonder what outcomes this resolve to blaze a new trail will lead to, doesn’t it?
To win, you can only get closer to the best.Sota Fujii
A quote that pierces Sota Fujii’s heart
Sota Fujii’s skill is undeniable, but that doesn’t mean he can win every time.
Not just in shogi—there’s no such thing as a guaranteed victory—and a single bad move can completely change the flow of a game.
To win, it’s about how close you can get to the best possible play… That’s very difficult, but it’s important to bring out the very best within yourself in any situation.
Even if you make mistakes or fail, remember these words, keep fighting without giving up until the end, and seize the victory.
Only by living desperately does one’s life shine.Oda Nobunaga
Oda Nobunaga — Only by living desperately does one's life shine. #QuoteSeries #BiographiesOfGreats
Lord Oda Nobunaga, a warlord counted among the Three Unifiers of the Sengoku period for his innovative political methods.
From his famous saying, “It is only by living desperately that one’s life shines,” we can truly sense the very essence of Oda Nobunaga’s life.
Not only should we act energetically with dreams and goals, but it is by throwing ourselves wholeheartedly into the act of living itself that our lives gain profound meaning.
This message teaches us that such a way of living becomes the proof that we truly lived and allows us to create a life uniquely our own, unlike anyone else’s.
