“Namaskara, Kannada language is beautiful…”: 7-year-old from Japan amazes Bengaluru with flawless Kannada speech at school event; social media reactions go viral

A seven-year-old Japanese student has captured Bengaluru’s attention with her flawless Kannada during the Rajyotsava celebrations. Konatsu Hasegawa, a Grade 1 student at Trio World Academy, chose Kannada as her second language and delivered a performance that left teachers, students, and local Kannadigas astounded. Her clear pronunciation, accurate grammar, and confident conversational skills showcased not just talent but also her dedication and respect for local culture. The heartwarming display quickly went viral on social media, sparking discussions about language learning and cross-cultural appreciation. Many praised the young student and her parents for encouraging such linguistic curiosity, highlighting how even children from faraway countries can embrace regional languages with ent