For decades, Goku from Dragon Ball has been the face of anime, inspiring generations of fans and creators alike. Now, that influence has reached an entirely new level. Masako Nozawa, the legendary voice behind Goku, was recently named one of Japan’s Persons of Cultural Merit in a historic honor that no voice actor has ever received before.

The recognition does not just celebrate Nozawa’s decades of work; it also acknowledges what Dragon Ball represents to Japanese culture, according to Crunchyroll News . Through her voice, Goku has transcended fiction, symbolizing perseverance, optimism, and strength. With this award, both Nozawa and Goku stand shoulder-to-shoulder with cultural icons like Hayao Miyazaki and Shigeru Miyamoto, proving anime’s greatest hero has truly become immort

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