With the recent worldwide spark in interest for anime, series likeMy Hero Academiaare receiving more attention than ever before. From merchandise collaborations with franchises likeJujutsu KaisenandDragon Ballto events like Crunchyroll’s Anime Awards,anime is making a noticeable real-world impact.According to anAnime News Networkarticle,My Hero Academiais the latest series to receive one of these exciting real world accolades.
One of the series' Pro Heroes,Best Jeanist,is a very famous character and is ranked number three among the Pro Heroes. The title Best Jeanist is not just a fictional character’s name though,it is a real award in Japan that is given to a lucky winner each year by the Japan Jeans Council.Usually, the title is gifted to a famous public figure who frequently sports denim outfits, showing their love of the fabric publicly. On August 14, 2025, theMy Hero AcademiaPro Hero, Best Jeanist, was the latest recipient of the prize, accepted by the character’s voice actor, Hikaru Midorikawa.
My Hero AcademiaCharacter, Best Jeanist, Just Received a Real-World Award in Japan
The Title Is Offered to Famous Figures Who Are Often Seen in Denim, Making Best Jeanist a Perfect Choice
Hikaru used his voice acting talents to accept the prestigious reward in Best Jeanist’s honor, andKohei Horikoshi even created a drawing to officially celebrate the character’s win, postedon his X account. The illustration depicts a joyful Best Jeanist, whose real name is Tsunagu Hakamada, basking in his triumph after receiving the award. Another notable detail of Horikoshi’s sketch is Bakugo Katsuki standing by the Pro Hero, because the U.A. Student was mentored by Best Jeanist in the series and completed his internship alongside the hero. Tsunagu isone of very few people Bakugo respects, proving how heroic he is.
In theMy Hero Academiaseries, Best Jeanist is an eight-time recipient of the prize, making his real-life victory all the more satisfying. Horikoshi himself was astounded that one of his heroes received an accolade in real life, but honors such as these are becoming increasingly common as anime fanship steadily grows.My Hero Academiais one of the most well-loved shonen series of all time, telling the story of a society filled with people who have unique powers called Quirks. These skills make most of the humans in this world superheroes or villains, and Pro Heroes like Best Jeanist fight to keep evildoers at bay.
The Accomplishment ProvesMy Hero Academia’sGrowing Popularity Worldwide
The Accolade Is Also a Testament to Anime’s Real-World Influence in Society
Best Jeanist is certainly worthy of receiving commendation, not just for his stylish appearance and penchant for wearing denim, but for his courageous deeds in the series. He earned his spot as #3 Pro Hero by saving thousands of lives and risking his own safety to make the world a better place. Some of his greatest accomplishments includesurviving a fight with the series' worst villain, All For One,andworking together with Edgeshotto help prevent Bakugo Katsuki from dying. Of all the characters who could receive praise and recognition, Tsunagu is definitely one of the most deserving.
My Hero Academia’s Most Outrageous Hero Has a Hilarious Real-World Origin
The My Hero Academia hero Best Jeanist is a master of denim style and fiber control, but his name actually comes from a surprising real world award.
My Hero Academiacurrently has over 100 million copies in circulation, which is no small feat and a testament to how beloved the franchise is becoming. With four movies, seven anime seasons currently, and 430 chapters of manga,My Hero Academiahas enjoyed fame and popularity for a decade now, although the manga came to a close recently. The series has impacted its fanbase immensely, and Horikoshi himself thanked his fans,crediting their enthusiasm for theMy Hero Academiafranchise with helping Best Jeanist winhis first real-world prize and receive well deserved recognition publicly in Japan.
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Anime series My Hero Academia follows Izuku Midoriya, a boy born without superpowers in a world where most have them. Despite his lack of abilities, he enrolls in a prestigious hero academy, striving to learn the true essence of heroism and fulfill his dream of becoming a hero.
