Kojima's scent sensitivity sparks viral debate, perfume mystery

Hideo Kojima, renowned creator of the Metal Gear and Death Stranding franchises, has taken the internet by storm with a peculiar tale of his heightened sense of smell. In a personal essay penned for AnAnWeb, Kojima recounted a moment during the live recording of his radio show, KOJI10, where he felt compelled to rip off his shirt and toss it into the audience.

Kojima's extraordinary olfactory abilities

According to Kojima, his shirt was imbued with his distinctive scent, which has been a subject of fascination for fans ever since. The gaming icon revealed that he possesses a sensitivity to smells that is far greater than the average person's, often causing him distress.