He was like a “game guy,” similar to “Uta no Onii-san” and “Taiso no Onii-san.” Incidentally, after leaving Hudson, he joined the game company MAGES. and is now in charge of games in general. “I think there are two types of game players: those who spread the joy of games, like YouTube game players, are similar to me. The other is the professional e-sports gamer, who earns prize money by winning game tournaments for a living.” “I need both of these. I do Twitter, blogging, and YouTube, but what about live gaming? The younger generation monetizing for a living is a dream and aspiration for children, but I’m 63 years old now, so I don’t want to exchange fun for money.” What does “games” mean to Takahashi Meijin? “For me, games are an item of my youth. I think games are not only for playing, but also a tool to get along with others. If you use it well, it doesn’t matter what age you are or what sex you are. It can be used in the same way that a grandfather can be friends with his grandchildren.” “Besides, at first I was embarrassed to be called a “master,” but now I’ve gotten used to it (laughs). On the contrary, now when people ask me what they should call me, I say, ‘Meijin is fine.’” Meijin Takahashi (real name: Toshiyuki Takahashi) After the title of Meijin was established at the “1st National Famicom Caravan Tournament” event in 1985, he appeared on TV, radio, and in movies, taking advantage of the Famicom boom of the time. He became popular as a hero among children. In addition to the “Takahashi Meijin’s Adventure Island” series of games using Meijin as a character, he has also released many related books, records, and CDs.