Why is it said that Nobita is actually the kindest person at heart? Please provide examples.

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Nobita's Kindness Lies in Every "Imperfect" Detail

When we think of Nobita, labels like "lazy," "crybaby," "zero on tests," and "dependent on Doraemon" probably come to mind. He certainly has many flaws and doesn't seem like a hero at all. But if we look beyond these surface shortcomings, we discover he possesses a heart of gold – a quality exceedingly rare both in the world of Doraemon and in our real lives.

You might find it strange: how can someone so prone to tears and laziness be kind? Actually, his kindness is precisely revealed in these seemingly "useless" moments.

1. Empathy Beyond Species: Boundless Compassion for the Weak

This is the core, most radiant aspect of Nobita's kindness. He holds the purest sympathy for any weak or abandoned life.

Example 1: Nobita's Dinosaur
This is the classic example. Nobita accidentally finds a fossilized dinosaur egg, restores it using Doraemon's "Time Kerchief," and hatches a baby dinosaur he names Pippo. He cares for it like his own child, feeding it, playing with it, hiding it in his room, forming a deep bond. When he realizes the modern world isn't suitable for Pippo, despite his immense sorrow, he risks his life with his friends to return it to its companions in the Cretaceous period. This love, choosing to let go for the other's sake, is the purest form of kindness from a child.
Example 2: Goodbye, Little Tree Spirit
Nobita uses a gadget to transform a small sapling about to be cut down on the back mountain into "Kibou," a little tree spirit who can run and jump. They become good friends and play together. Later, however, so that Kibou can find companions in the vast universe and gain true freedom, Nobita tearfully bids it farewell. He would rather be lonely himself than give his friend a better future.
Example 3: The Child of the Typhoon
Nobita even befriends a typhoon. He nurtures a weak typhoon embryo, naming it "Fuuko." When a massive typhoon threatens to destroy Japan, Fuuko rushes to confront it, sacrificing itself to protect Nobita and everyone else. Nobita's feelings for Fuuko prove that his compassion knows no prejudice or boundaries, even towards something as intangible as a weather system.

2. True Forgiveness: Holding No Grudges

Gian and Suneo bully Nobita almost daily, stealing his comics and toys, and hitting him frequently. Nobita always runs home crying to Doraemon. However, his "revenge" is usually just mischievous pranks; he never truly intends to harm them.

Example: The "Heart of the Team" in Movies
You'll notice that in almost every movie, when Gian or Suneo is in danger, the first one to panic and rush to save them is often Nobita. He instantly forgets all the past bullying and treats them as his most important companions. In Nobita and the Haunts of Evil, when Gian is temporarily turned to stone by Medusa, Nobita's grief and determination are genuine. This ability to let bygones be bygones is hard even for adults to achieve.

3. Reverence for Nature and Respect for Life

Nobita's kindness also extends to his attitude towards the natural world.

Example: The Dandelion Flies to the Sky
This is a very touching short story. A dandelion in Nobita's yard gains sentience due to a gadget. It's reluctant to leave its familiar ground. Nobita understands its feelings, patiently accompanies it, and finally helps it gather the courage to scatter its seeds into the sky to begin new life journeys. This is a small story, but it's filled with respect and tenderness for the cycle of life.

4. Sense of Responsibility and Spirit of Sacrifice in Critical Moments

Though usually appearing cowardly, Nobita always displays astonishing courage when his friends or justice face a true test.

Example: Nobita's Wedding Eve
This episode can be seen as the "official endorsement" of Nobita's character. Shizuka's father says to her on the eve of the wedding:

"I believe you made the right choice in Nobita. That young man rejoices in others' happiness and grieves for others' misfortune. That is the most important quality a person can have."

This statement perfectly summarizes Nobita's nature. He may not be smart or strong, but he possesses a heart that resonates with others.

Conclusion

So, why is Nobita considered the kindest at heart?

Because his kindness isn't the condescending type of "I'll help you since I'm capable," nor is it done deliberately for praise.

Nobita's kindness is instinctive.

It stems from the empathy of an ordinary, even somewhat clumsy child. He cries for the fate of a stray cat, worries about the future of a small tree, and stands up for a bullied friend. These qualities have nothing to do with his academic scores, athletic ability, or family background.

Precisely because he often feels weak and helpless himself, he understands the pain of other vulnerable lives more deeply. This heartfelt, pure, selfless kindness is the core reason why the story of Doraemon continues to move us all decades later. It makes us believe that even an imperfect person can possess the noblest soul.