The magical world of Japanese anime has become the reality of Hong Kong protesters qz.com

But to many Hong Kong protesters, its themes—idealistic children uniting to fight against evil and corrupt adults—speak far more deeply.
“We are all Shinji,” said San, a 27-year-old Hong Kong manga fan, who has been actively taking part in the protests sparked by the now-withdrawn extradition bill that have been gripping Hong Kong since the beginning of June.
“What is happening in Hong Kong mirrors the main narratives running through many Japanese anime and manga titles,” said Kobayashi, adding that Hong Kong protesters are bringing these utopian ideals to life.
“Young people are nurtured by Japanese anime and manga, not [Hong Kong broadcaster]TVB dramas, Harry Potter, or even Disney cartoons,” he said.
“We feel that this is an accurate allegory of the situation of Hong Kong today.”