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Powerhouse in the manga scene, Weekly Shonen Jump has a varied cast. But among the female characters, who rules absolutely? With 2782 respondents, a recent poll done by the Japanese news and media source Nijimen reveals an unexpected result.
Divided into male and female voters, the poll produced Sakura Haruno from Naruto as the obvious winner among female voters. Fascinatingly, she also came in second among men voters, underscoring her general appeal.
Although many expected well-known characters from different shows, such as Maki Zenin and Kagura to be present, Sakura turned out to be the clear champion with the most votes. Given the criticism she receives for some facets of her character, this result may surprise some; yet, her inspirational path, physical strength, and mental fortitude greatly help her to be popular.
Jolyne Kujo from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure came first among men voters. Being the first and only female protagonist in the well-known Jojo series, her appeal is not surprising. Given her unique role as female representation in a series mostly featuring male characters, her absence from top of the female voter list is interesting, though. Still, her top 10 ranking with a sizable following confirms her major presence in the Shonen Jump universe.
Sakura and Jolyne have commonalities despite their different personalities that help to explain their general appeal. Leading heroines in their respective series, they represent extraordinary strength, a great feeling of responsibility, and a sympathetic heart. These qualities make them deserving heirs to the most well-liked female characters in Weekly Shonen Jump and perfect models.
The results of the poll show that Shonen Jump's most well-liked female characters have complex personalities, strength, and impact on their particular stories rather than only define by their outward look or popularity. Their ongoing appeal is evidence of the ability of well crafted female characters to enthrall viewers and create a lasting impact.