Haha, I gotta admit that this was a fun poll.
Based on the results, it looks like I'm not the only one who has spent an ample amount of time staring at the Takagi twins.
So. . . .
For the majority of you who chose that in the photo Shinpei was on the left and Manpei was on the right. . .you are CORRECT!!!
It feels good to know that I'm not the only twin obsessed fangirl here. Kudos to you all!
Honestly, when I chose the photo that I did, I sort of had a feeling that it wouldn't be too difficult to tell the twins apart.
Until recently, I thought they were completely identical [Sidebar: does anyone actually know if they're identical or fraternal twins?]
For those of you you missed the mark, do not despair; there is ONE subtle thing to look for between these two, the next time you have difficulty trying to figure out which is which. . . .
*Manpei has the slimmer/thinner face; Shinpei has a softer/fuller shaped face
So simple, right?
Now I HAVE heard a couple of other theories about how to distinguish Manpei from Shinpei, but I'll leave it up to your own personal observation to decide if they are true or not:
-apparently, one twin is ever so slightly taller than the other (to me, I think it's Shinpei, but I could be wrong. . .)
-Manpei has slightly fuller lips (as much as I like looking at their lips. . .I personally can't really see a difference lol)
*I'd like to thank yanie for providing me with this next piece of info
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-According to the interview done with the cast of Ouran live action in episode 0, Shinpei is the more 'sociable/energetic' twin, while Manpei is the more 'independent/introvert' twin.
Also, when relating to each other, Manpei is the more dominant one (or 'S' type), which would make Shinpei the more submissive one (or 'M' type)
And finally, the tidbit that's probably the easiest to remember:
Manpei=older twin
Shinpei=younger twin
So what do you think? Can you tell them apart now? Was that too much info to take in?
I really just made up this poll for fun. That and the fact that since I think that both Shin and Man are very talented actors, I thought it would only make since to try and get to know them better as individuals. I want to help spread the love and support of these gorgeous and talented twins, so help me spread the word please!!
Here are some more pictures for you to enjoy/test yourself with:
Which one is Hikaru (Shinpei) and which one is Kaoru (Manpei)?