Sakura Hiroshi

Giants Fan Father

Maruko's father, a 40-year-old Giants fan man. Born in Showa 9, he is part of the so-called single-digit Showa generation, originating from Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City).

Quotes

  • "Uuu~n", "Ikezuu~" from the volume 'Maruchan does sibling argument'
  • Memories from 1974 from the volume 'Maruko, the last day of summer vacation'
  • 'Maruko goes to see the future'
  • 'Maruko goes to Sanuki'
  • From the volume 'Maruko celebrates grandfather'

Trivia

  • Sakura Hiroshi's model is the author's real father
  • Hiroshi is Showa single-digit generation born in Showa 9
  • Is a Giants fan
  • Voiced by Yusaku Yara in the anime
  • Played by Katsumi Takahashi and Kazuya Kojima in the drama version
  • Model for birthplace is Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City)

Alternate names

Hiroshi Father Hiroshi Sakura Hiroshi

Tags

Chibi Maruko-chan Sakura Hiroshi Giants Fan Shizuoka Elementary School 3rd Grader Father Drama Appearance Anime Character

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birth year
Showa 9 (around 1934)

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged human male. In the series, he embodies a distinctive father figure with typical Showa-era father's clothing and atmosphere.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Well-proportioned facial features
  • Short hair
Iconic items
  • Baseball cap
  • Giants fan uniform (only when worn)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Mild-tempered
Detailed personality
Family-oriented like Maruko's but somewhat Showa-style laid-back father. Strongly passionate about baseball, especially the Yomiuri Giants, with a Giants temperament. Also possesses mild-tempered and kind qualities.
Keywords
  • Giants Fan
  • Father
  • Mild-tempered
  • Laid-back
  • Family-oriented
  • Single-digit Showa
  • Optimistic
Talents
  • Baseball knowledge
  • General housework
Skills
  • Dealing with cheeky daughter
  • Salaryman work
  • Household management
Motivation
Family happiness and enjoying baseball watching.
Habits
Often gets angry at Maruko, but has a gentle heart.
Hobbies
Baseball watching (Giants fan), Family gatherings
Favorite foods
Japanese food, Local specialty dishes

History

Backstory
Born in the Irie district of Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City), in Showa 9. Depicted as a good father to Maruko with a richly human everyday life.
Debut date
January 7, 1990
Work title
Chibi Maruko-chan
Media type
Anime

First TV Anime Appearance

Significant event
First TV Anime Appearance
Description
Since appearing in the TV anime version of 'Chibi Maruko-chan' that began broadcasting in 1990, beloved as a national anime character.

Special Drama Appearance

Significant event
Special Drama Appearance
Description
In 2006 and 2013, appeared as Father Hiroshi in the live-action drama on Fuji TV network.

Stage Adaptation Relation

Significant event
Stage Adaptation Relation
Description
In the related stage production 'Chibi Maruko-chan THE STAGE', he does not appear directly, but his presence as Maruko's father influences the work's world.

Relationships

Sakura Momoko

Child

Only daughter.

Honami Tamae

Best friend

Maruko's best friend. Family-approved trusted relationship.

Sakura Family

Sakura Family: head-of-household

Media appearances

Chibi Maruko-chan

Anime / Supporting

From 1990 TV series

Chibi Maruko-chan: The Boy from Italy

Movie / Supporting

2015

Chibi Maruko-chan

Manga / Supporting

Serialized since 1986

Chibi Maruko-chan (Live-action Drama)

Drama / Supporting

2006, 2013

Voice cast and creators

Yusaku Yara

Voice actor
Yusaku Yara
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Series Season 1

Katsumi Takahashi

Voice actor
Katsumi Takahashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
2006 SP Drama version (Father Hiroshi)

Kazuya Kojima

Voice actor
Kazuya Kojima
Language
Japanese
Version or series
2013 SP Drama version (Father Hiroshi)

Momoko Sakura

Creator name
Momoko Sakura
Role
Original author

Nippon Animation

Creator name
Nippon Animation
Role
Animation Studio

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Chibi Maruko-chan Wrapping Train

Item name
Chibi Maruko-chan Wrapping Train
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

Various Chibi Maruko-chan Goods

Item name
Various Chibi Maruko-chan Goods
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular