Haikyuu is a comedy, coming-of-age, and sports Japanese manga and anime series. The manga is written and illustrated by the Manga Artist, Haruichi Furudate. On February 20, 2012, the manga was first serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump.
Moving towards the anime, Haikyuu!! was first aired on April 6, 2014, on the English network, Animax Asia. It is directed by the director Susumu Mitsunaka and Masaka Satō and written by Taku Kishimoto.
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Haikyuu- Main Plot
Shouyou Hinata, a small-statured volleyball ace dubbed “Little Giant,” gets inspired after watching a volleyball ace nicknamed “Little Giant” in action. The newly formed squad even makes it to a competition, but their first battle is their last, as they are viciously destroyed by Tobio Kageyama, the “King of the Court.” Hinata resolves to beat Kageyama, so after graduating from middle school, he joins the volleyball team at Karasuno High School—only to discover that his sworn adversary. Kageyama is now a teammate.
Hinata, despite his exceptional jumping power, struggles to find his place on the team due to his diminutive stature. Surprisingly, Kageyama has issues that only Hinata can solve, and it looks like learning to work together is the only solution.
Haikyuu!!: Characters
| Character Names | Age | Birthday | Height |
| Shoyo Hinata | 16 | June 21, 1996 | 5 Feet and 4 Inches |
| Tobio Kageyama | 16 | December 22, 1996 | 5 Feet and 11 Inches |
| Daichi Samawura | 18 | December 31, 1994 | 5 Feet and 10 Inches |
| Koshi Sugawara | 18 | December 13, 1994 | 5 Feet and 9 Inches |
| Asahi Azumane | 18 | January 1, 1995 | 6 Feet 1 Inch |
| Yu Nishinoya | 17 | October 10, 1995 | 5 Feet and 3 Inches |
| Ryunosuke Tanaka | 17 | March 3, 1996 | 5 Feet and 10 Inches |
| Kei Tsukishima | 16 | September 27, 1996 | 6 Feet and 2 Inches |
| Tadashi Yamaguchi | 16 | November 10, 1996 | 5 Feet and 10 Inches |
| Ittetsu Takeda | 29 | January 10, 1983 | 5 Feet and 6 Inches |
| Tetsuro Kuroo | 18 | November 17, 1994 | 6 Feet and 2 Inches |
| Kenma Kozume | 17 | October 16, 1995 | 5 Feet and 7 Inches |
The height and age of the characters are based on their first appearance in the series.
Shoyo Hinata- Haikyuu!!
- Age: 16
- Birthday: June 21, 1996
- Height: 5 Feet and 4 Inches
Hinata is the main protagonist of the series. Though having a short height he plays volleyball well and won’t stop dreaming. He seems to be very cheery and hardworking among the members of the Karasuno team. Throughout the series, he seems growing day by day and progressing with Tobio Kageyama, they two form a deadly duo.
The Japanese voice actor, Ayume Muyase, provides the Japanese voice for the character. She is affiliated with the agency VIMS.
Moving towards the English dubbed version, the American voice actor Bryson Baugus. Some of his projects include Darling in the Franxx, UQ Holder, and Domestic Girlfriend.
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Tobio Kageyama- Haikyuu!!
- Age: 16
- Birthday: December 22, 1996
- Height: 5 Feet and 11 Inches
Tobio Kageyama is the deuteragonist of the series, Haikyuu, and a good duo of Hinata. Kageyama seems to be selfish and is also called King of The Court. But as growing with Hinata he also grows and becomes mature. Later he changes himself from selfish and cold to a cooperative player of the team.
The Japanese voice for the character is contributed by the Japanese voice actor Kaito Ishikawa. Kaito is affiliated with Stay Luck.
Heading towards the English dubbed version, the English voice for the character is provided by the American voice actor Scott Gibbs.
Daichi Suwamura
- Age: 18
- Birthday: December 31, 1994
- Height: 5 Feet and 9 Inches
Daichi Suwamura, a character of Haikyuu is a third-year student at Karasuno High. Daichi is also the captain of the team. While having pressure too he seems quiet and collective. The team quarrels and fights are well managed by him. Moreover, he is the backbone of the team. Without his presence, the team loses control and direction.
The character is voiced by the Japanese voice actor Satoshi Hino. In this anime world, he is known for providing a voice for anime like Gintama, Demon Slayer, and One Punch Man.
Whereas, the English voice for the character is provided by the American actor and voice actor Justin Doran. Justin is affiliated with Sentai Filmworks.
Koshi Sugawara
- Age: 18
- Birthday: December 13, 1994
- Height: 5 Feet and 8 Inches
Koshi Sugawara is the vice-captain of the team. Likewise, Daichi is also mature and collective. On the court, he plays as a settler. When the members of the team are down he often motivates them as well as scolds them when they are wrong.
The Japanese voice for the character is portrayed by the Japanese actor and voice actor Miyu Irino.
Also, the English voice for the character is provided by the American voice actor Adam Gibbs.
Asahi Azumane
- Age: 18
- Birthday: January 1, 1995
- Height: 6 Feet and 1 Inch
Asahi Azumane is the ace of the team. As he is six feet tall and scary appearance the other classmates used to tease him. Despite being a third-year with greater experience, this gentle giant is surprisingly sensitive and often lets the stress and guilt of a match’s outcome weigh on his shoulders.
The Japanese voice actor and narrator Yoshimasa Hosaya voiced the Japanese voice for the character.
The American voice actor Orlanders Jones provided the English voice for Asahi Azumane.
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Yu Nishinoya
- Age: 17
- Birthday: October 10, 1995
- Height: 5 feet and 3.2 inches
Having a short height is a disadvantage for the volleyball player but Nishinoya proved it wrong with his game. Noya is the libero for the Karasuno team, and he takes advantage of his height. While taller players are better at spiking and blocking, Noya excels in quickness.
The Japanese voice for the character is provided by the Japanese voice actor and singer, Nobuhiko Okamoto. Nobuhiko is also affiliated with Pro-Fit. At the 3rd Seiyuu Awards, he won the Best New Actor Award.
Moving towards the English dubbed version, the American voice actor Greg Ayers provided the voice.
Ryunosuke Tanaka
- Age: 17
- Birthday: March 3, 1996
- Height: 5 Feet and 10 Inches
Ryunosuke Tanaka is a second-year student at Karasuno High and plays as a wing spiker. Tanaka is frequently seen mentoring Hinata and Kageyama, as well as keeping Tsukki and Yamaguchi in line and breaking up fights.
However, he appears to be an entirely different person when he is on the court. Tanaka may have a good heart, but when it comes to competing against his opponents, he’s fiercely competitive and self-centered.
The Japanese voice actor and singer Yū Hayashi contribute the Japanese voice for the character. Previously, he was affiliated with Ken Production.
Heading towards the English dubbed version, the American voice actor and singer Greg Cote provided the voice. Greg is affiliated with Sentai Filmworks.
Kei Tsukishima
- Age: 16
- Birthday: September 27, 1996
- Height: 6 Feet and 2 inches
Kei Tsukishima is a first-year student at Karasuno High and plays as a middle blocker. Tsukki began as a chilly and distant individual who participated in team activities but lacked the same desire and motivation as the other team members. Tsukki eventually had his big moment, when he realized how much the game and his teammates meant to him.
The Japanese actor and voice actor Kōki Uchiyama voiced the character Kei Tsukishima. Kei is affiliated with Himawari Theatre Group.
Whereas, moving towards the English dubbed version the American voice actor, ADR director, scriptwriter, and stunt coordinator Leraldo Anzaldua provided the voice.
Tadashi Yamaguchi
- Age: 16
- Birthday: November 10, 1996
- Height: 5 feet and 10 inches
Tadashi Yagamuchi is a pinch servicer of Karasuno. Yamaguchi was introduced as a very nervous person and he didn’t perform well in the pressured game. With the help of his teammates, he overcomes it and becomes one of the pro players on the field.
The Japanese voice actor and singer Soma Saito provide the Japanese voice for the character. Soma is affiliated with 81 Produce and Sacra Music.
Moving towards the English dubbed version, the American voice actor, Cameron Bautsch provided the voice.
Ittetsu Takeda
- Age: 29
- Birthday: January 10, 1983
- Height: 5′ Feet and 5.6 inches
Ittetsu Takeda is the head coach of Karasuno High. Mr. Takeda, the faculty advisor, is a quiet man. Due to his lack of volleyball experience, he recruited (after considerable convincing) Keishin Ukai to undertake the majority of the practical coaching, leaving Takeda to organize the team’s matches against other schools. While Takeda may not always take a hands-on approach to the team, he always makes an effort to assist with team dynamics and strategies.
The Japanese voice for the character is contributed by the Japanese voice actor, singer, and narrator Hiroshi Kamiya provided the voice. Hiroshi is affiliated with Aoni Production.
Heading towards the English dubbed version, the American voice actor West provided the voice.
Tetsuro Kuroo
- Age: 18
- Birthday: November 17, 1994
- Height: 6 Feet and 2 Inches
Tetsuro Kuro is the captain and middle blocker of Nekoma High in Haikyuu. Despite being a rival team, he helped in the growth of Tsukki and practiced very hard with him. Kuro seems to be immature but while playing the game he acts like a parent also scolds Kenma if he starts playing video games instead of training.
The Japanese voice actor, narrator, and YouTuber Yuichi Nakamura provided the voice for the character. Also, the English voice for the character is provided by the American voice actor Ty Mahany.
Kenma Kozume
- Age: 17
- Birthday: October 16, 1995
- Height: 5′ feet 7 inches
Kenma of Haikyuu is a soft boy but while on the field he uses his brain. Kozume often finds the opponent’s weakness and turns it into their profit. Besides playing volleyball, he also likes to play video games. For this, the captain, Tetsuro Kuroo often scolds him.
The Japanese voice actor, Yuki Kaji provided the voice for the character whereas, the voice artist, Clint Bickham portrays the character in an English dubbed version.
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