October 5th marks World Teachers' Day, a commemorative occasion established by UNESCO to honor educators worldwide. In the realm of Japanese animation, gaming, and manga, mentors and instructors often steal the spotlight—ranging from fiery, passionate educators who guide their students with fierce dedication to strict Spartan taskmasters, or even masters teaching otherworldly magic and ninjutsu.
To celebrate these iconic figures, the media outlet Anime! Anime! has officially launched its annual reader survey titled "Who is Your Favorite Teacher Character?" Fans are invited to submit their top choices through an open-ended voting form, highlighting memorable educators from television broadcasts, theatrical films, OVAs, video games, and comic series.
Submissions are open now through October 2nd, with the final results slated for publication following the tally. Whether representing classic shonen academy instructors or unconventional fantasy mentors, this survey captures the enduring appeal of fiction's greatest educators.
