The renowned Japanese model and cosplayer “ Kankitsu Moko (@Moco__Orange) ”
has left her followers speechless by sharing on her social networks a
photograph from her childhood in which she shows a very masculine appearance,
with practically non-existent feminine features. “ This is the real
life version where the boy you played with when you were a child turned out to
be a beautiful girl ,” she wrote in her post, generating a wave of
comments and reactions among her fans.
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Kankitsu Moko 's
post has caused a stir, as many of her followers couldn't believe the
drastic change in her appearance. In the photo of her, her appearance is so
masculine that it is easy to understand how she could have been mistaken for a
boy during her childhood. In another post, she commented: " When
she was in elementary school, she had shorter hair than the boys and played
with beyblades in the park. When she tried to go into the girls' bathroom,
people told me 'the boys' bathroom is over there' because they saw me as a boy! ».
These memories have resonated with many of her followers, who have shared
similar stories of their own.
In Japan, it is relatively common for some boys and
girls to go through phases in which their gender is not easily discernible from
their appearance. This ambiguity can be due to several reasons,
including genetics, clothing style, and the activities and games they prefer. In
many cases, boys may opt for short hairstyles and clothing that is not
specifically marked by gender, which can lead to confusion.
This phenomenon has been used as a narrative device
in many popular animes. Series like “Mushoku Tensei: Jobless
Reincarnation” and “Tomo-chan is a Girl!” feature
characters whose gender identities cause confusion among their friends and
acquaintances during childhood, only to reveal a true identity that surprises
everyone. These stories resonate with many viewers who have had similar
experiences or know someone who has.
Kankitsu Moko's transition from a
masculine appearance to becoming one of Japan's most popular models and
cosplayers is a testament to how people can change and redefine themselves over
time. Her story is inspiring and reflects a
universal truth: physical appearance during childhood does not always predict
how someone will look or identify in the future.
Source: ABEMA Times
