They probably just chose Sinnoh for the deep lore it has and also possibly expanding on Kubfu coming from and "mountainous region" and "helping travelers". Not because of a popular manga and anime series.
Besides, it's just that there's a little bit more acceptance of the culture now. I mean...
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