He had already announced that he would be Japanese and live the rest of his life in Japan after the big earthquake.
From my archives
Donald Keene, path to Japanese
I was very touched with his affection to Japan and Japanese culture at that time.....he is not young but his passion is so powerful and strong that even young people can't try.
His decision is based on 'Mercy' and 'relief' for Japan, he never let Japan leaving destroyed, feels sympathy with Japanese who are suffering disastrous shock and wants to encourage Japan.
I'm very impressed with such altruistic action beyond the boarder and very proud of having such brave heart American.
He is an American, but loves Japan than we do.
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Indeed, he wears American mask but he was raised himself a Japanese because he learned Japanese culture and understand it by heart. I guess his heart became more like Japanese.
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