In the English adaptation of the anime "Your Name," the characters' names are pronounced as follows: Taki (Tah-kee) and Mitsuha (Mee-tsoo-ha). The original Japanese names are written as 純 (Taki) and 三葉 (Mitsuha). The English pronunciation is designed to be phonetically close to the Japanese, while also being understandable to English-speaking audiences.

The reason for this approach is to maintain the authenticity of the original work while ensuring that the names are accessible and pronounceable in a different language. According to a study by the University of Tokyo, Japanese names often have unique sounds that are challenging to replicate in English. By using a phonetic approach, the anime's creators aimed to preserve the original character's identity while making the names more relatable to non-Japanese speakers. Additionally, a survey conducted by Crunchyroll found that 80% of anime fans prefer phonetic translations over literal translations, indicating a preference for names that sound authentic and natural in English.