Japanese animation is renowned for its engaging storylines and characters, and it has no shortage of exciting cameos that rival those of DC or Marvel projects. Many of these cameos are not only entertaining but can also be surprisingly impactful.
Stan Lee
Marvel’s “father” has made numerous memorable cameo appearances in the world of Japanese animation. Some projects he contributed to include Heroman and The Reflection, where he portrayed fun and positive roles.
Light and L
A series like Full Metal Panic! cannot miss out on distinctive cameo appearances. In a particularly amusing segment, the trio of characters Light, L, and Misa from Death Note made an appearance, even having their own subplot, despite being from a completely different series.
Shin-chan in The Moonlight Thief
The beloved character known for his playful antics made a surprising cameo in a film that is completely unrelated—The Moonlight Thief. In this film, a character named Shinnosuke appears, holding a toy that looks strikingly like Shin-chan, leading many fans to draw connections.
Arale in Dr. Slump
Dr. Slump is a “classic” of Japanese animation that has left a lasting impression on every viewer. Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dr. Slump, also created another iconic work, Dragon Ball, where the character Arale made a notable cameo in several scenes alongside Goku. Arale is the only character to have crossed paths with Goku from the Dr. Slump series.
Conan, Luffy… in Gintama
The two main characters from Japanese animation made a significant crossover in the comedic series Gintama. In a hilarious scene, Luffy from One Piece and Shinichi (Conan) along with Ran appear as students in a classroom, engaging in a drunken conversation.
Source: CBR
