| Summary | “Boku wa shinimasheeen!” means “I won’t die!” in a childish or emotional tone. This line was shouted by the male protagonist in the classic Japanese drama 101st Proposal as he stood in front of an oncoming truck to prove his love. The phrase became famous for its over-the-top delivery and is still widely parodied in Japanese pop culture. |
| Genre | Drama , Romantic Melodrama |
| Typical Age Group | 35–60 years old |
| Audience | AniJapanese drama fans Comedy fans who enjoy nostalgic references |
| Popularity | ★★☆☆☆ While the original scene is rarely aired today, the line is still used in parodies, comedy sketches, and variety shows to express extreme devotion or desperation in a funny way. |
| Relevance | ★★★☆☆ |
| Usability | ★★★★☆ |
| When to Use | In a humorous or overly dramatic moment When pretending to sacrifice or commit to something seriously (jokingly) To mimic exaggerated TV acting for fun |
| How to Use | Stand dramatically, maybe in the rain or in front of something moving (safely!) And cry out: “BO-KU WA SHI-NI-MA-SHEEEEN!!” |
| Cultural Note | This phrase was made famous by actor Tetsuya Takeda in 101st Proposal, one of Japan’s most iconic romantic dramas. The original scene involves him shouting the line while risking his life to prove he would never give up on love. Because of its intensity and delivery, the phrase became a national meme, used comically in commercials, skits, and even political satire. |
Parody performance
You can hear this phrase at around 03:14 in the YouTube video.