Genzo Wakabayashi
Genius Goalkeeper
Tsubasa's first rival, a genius GK boasting absolute strength. Known as Super Great Goalkeeper (S.G.G.K), possesses ironclad defense and high leadership skills. The guardian deity of Japanese soccer, active both domestically and internationally.
Quotes
- I will definitely stop shots from outside the penalty area
- As long as I don't get beaten, the team won't lose
- Don't get soft! Running away after just conceding one goal, aren't you ashamed!?
- Wakabayashi is the real deal
- I will continue to play as a Japanese player
Trivia
- Wearing an Adidas cap style is popular among fans
- Recorded a 30-0 overwhelming victory against Nankatsu Elementary
- Acquired German language skills and performed actively as the starting GK for a German team
- Demonstrated Telepathy Saving in the theatrical version
- Frequently sidelined by injuries, but high probability of great saves when playing
- Lifelong rivalry with rival Schneider
Alternate names
Gen-san
S.G.G.K
Genzo
Wakabayashi-kun
Wakabayashi-san
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
- Birthday
- December 7
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- 183cm tall with refined features, characteristically wears an Adidas cap during matches. As a goalkeeper, possesses solid and ironclad defensive strength.
- Height
- Approx. 183cm
- Weight
- 77kg
- Eye color
- Black
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
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- Adidas cap
- Tall with sharp features
- Stable posture
- Iconic items
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- Adidas cap
- Goalkeeper uniform
- Gloves
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Hot-blooded
- Detailed personality
- Confident with high pride and a strong competitive spirit in matches. Strict but possesses high team leadership and is caring toward teammates. Sometimes displays attitudes that could be seen as arrogant, but emphasizes growth and conviction.
- Keywords
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- Hates to lose
- Leadership
- Serious
- Honest
- Rivalry spirit
- High pride
- Hard worker
- Motto
- I will definitely stop shots from outside the penalty area
- Talents
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- Exceptional reflexes
- High physical abilities
- Situational judgment
- Mental strength
- Leadership
- Skills
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- Triangle Jump
- Straight Defense
- Upper Defense
- Top Spin Pass
- Telepathy Saving
- Super Saving
- Motivation
- To win the FIFA World Cup together with Tsubasa
- Habits
- Always wearing an Adidas cap. No particular catchphrase, but shouts 'Stop it!' during saves.
- Hobbies
- Soccer, Boxing (hint during rehabilitation)
- Favorite foods
- Secret
- Favorite colors
- unknown
History
- Backstory
- Born into a wealthy family in Nankatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, displayed soccer talent from childhood. Achieved shutout victory with Shūtetsu Elementary FC and received guidance from Tatsuo Misugi. Became the first rival of Tsubasa Ozora, who transferred to Nankatsu City, and served as the first captain of Nankatsu SC. Grew through injuries and international environments, progressed through Hamburg SV Junior Youth in Germany, and built a professional career in Germany. Also active with the Japan national team, participating in World Youth and the Olympics.
- Debut date
- October 1, 1981
- Work title
- Captain Tsubasa
- Media type
- Manga
Elementary school era All Japan Junior Soccer Tournament shutout victory
- Significant event
- Elementary school era All Japan Junior Soccer Tournament shutout victory
- Description
- In 5th grade, won MVP at the national tournament and achieved shutout victory.
30-0 overwhelming victory match against Nankatsu Elementary
- Significant event
- 30-0 overwhelming victory match against Nankatsu Elementary
- Description
- Overwhelming victory against Nankatsu Elementary, beginning the rivalry with Tsubasa.
Moved to Germany and joined Hamburg
- Significant event
- Moved to Germany and joined Hamburg
- Description
- Moved to Germany with Tatsuo Misugi and grew as the No.1 GK in Junior Youth.
World Youth victory
- Significant event
- World Youth victory
- Description
- Performed actively as the Japan national team's goalkeeper, contributing to the world tournament victory.
Transfer to FC Bayern Munich and confrontation with rival
- Significant event
- Transfer to FC Bayern Munich and confrontation with rival
- Description
- After numerous challenges and conflicts, transferred to Bayern Munich and shone in the fateful match against Schneider.
Relationships
Shuzo Wakabayashi
Father
Father from a wealthy family who is a local notable and also serves as a director. A strict but supportive presence.
Shuichi Wakabayashi
Sibling
One of the older brothers. Significant age difference.
Eiji Wakabayashi
Sibling
The other older brother.
John
Pet
Dog kept at home.
Tsubasa Ozora
Rival
Faced off in elementary school between Nankatsu Elementary and Shūtetsu Elementary, starting their rivalry. Swore together to win the FIFA World Cup.
Karl Heinz Schneider
Rival
Lifelong rivals who spur each other's growth as rivals in Germany.
Hermann Kaltz
Ally
Teammate and close ally. Supported each other during Bayern era.
Tatsuo Misugi
Mentor
Exclusive coach and master from childhood. Also moved to Germany together.
Shūtetsu Elementary FC
Shūtetsu Elementary FC: leader
Nankatsu SC
Nankatsu SC: leader
Hamburger SV
Hamburger SV: goalkeeper
FC Bayern Munich
FC Bayern Munich: goalkeeper
Japan National Team
Japan National Team: goalkeeper
Media appearances
Captain Tsubasa
Manga / Protagonist
Serialization began in 1981
Captain Tsubasa (1983)
Anime / Supporting
1983 TV series
Captain Tsubasa J (1994)
Anime / Supporting
1994 TV series
Captain Tsubasa (2018)
Anime / Supporting
2018 TV series
Captain Tsubasa: Danger All Japan Jr.!
Movie / Supporting
Theatrical release
Captain Tsubasa II: Super Striker
Game / Protagonist
Famicom game
Voice cast and creators
Koichi Hashimoto
- Voice actor
- Koichi Hashimoto
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV anime 1st series
- Notes
- Former stage name: Yoichi Sanbashi
Shinichiro Miki
- Voice actor
- Shinichiro Miki
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV anime 2nd series 'J'
Kenichi Suzumura
- Voice actor
- Kenichi Suzumura
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV anime 3rd and 4th series
- Notes
- Current main voice actor
Yoichi Takahashi
- Creator name
- Yoichi Takahashi
- Role
- Original author
Shogakukan
- Creator name
- Shogakukan
- Role
- Publisher
unknown
- Creator name
- unknown
- Role
- Animation studio
Related goods
Genzo Wakabayashi Figure
- Item name
- Genzo Wakabayashi Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Adidas Cap Replica
- Item name
- Adidas Cap Replica
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Limited