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First American to Pass Japan's Toughest Kanji Exam Shuns 'Kanji Guy' Label

Bret Mayer made history as the first Westerner to pass Japan's hardest kanji exam, but he now prefers to be known for his deeper connection to Japanese culture. He emphasizes that the achievement was a milestone, not his defining identity.