Children Quote by Makoto Shinkai
“Some people say, 'Well you're a man; how do you write about women or girls when you don't know about them?' Well, I've got my imagination, and I can write about women. Yes, I'll never be pregnant and give birth to children, but I can imagine a bit of what it's like. When you create characters, it's just about making them really real to people.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public talk, 2022
He argues imagination allows writers to authentically portray experiences beyond their own, especially gendered ones.
In simple terms: Imagination bridges personal gaps.
Key Takeaway
Use imagination to understand others.
Themes
creativity
empathy
gender perspective
writing
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
creative
analytical
When to use this quote
- character development
- cross‑gender storytelling
- authorial responsibility
Key Concepts
cognitive empathy
narrative technique
fiction
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance imagination with research?
- What limits does imagination have?
A Different Perspective
Imagination cannot replace lived experience entirely.
