1. I think Genpatsu kun is not effective for education. First of all, the video does not explicitly explain what the waste is. In addition, if this video is used to educate students in elementary, this video is too immature. I think Students in elementary are old enough to understand the truth.
2. It is obvious that it would be criticized. The question is, why does it have to be something inappropriate?
3. I prefer the Japanese version because just looking at the character and the color; it looks more like an educational video for children. On the other hand, the American version is more dark and serious. My image toward the American version is violent whereas the Japanese version is soft.
4. I prefer Genpatsu kun over nuclear boy simply because Genpatsu kun looks more childish and cute. Nuclear boy on the other hand looks painful and fierce