Maho Nishizumi

Successor to the Nishizumi-ryu tankery

Successor to the Nishizumi-ryu tankery and captain of Kuromorimine Girls Academy, a powerhouse school. Older sister of protagonist Miho. Calm, composed, and highly skilled tankery practitioner.

Quotes

  • Tankery is a sport of courtesy
  • No hesitation when aiming to win
  • I'll show you Kuromorimine's pride
  • No glory without effort
  • Family is one reason to fight

Trivia

  • Voiced by Rie Tanaka
  • Rivalry with sister Miho forms the story's core
  • Kuromorimine's military-style uniforms are highly popular
  • Beloved by fans as tankery's representative figure
  • Tactical insight and composure highly acclaimed

Alternate names

Maho Nishizumi Maho-nee Captain Kuromorimine's Captain

Tags

Tankery Kuromorimine Girls Academy Leader Sisters Nishizumi-ryu Competitive tankery Girls und Panzer Powerhouse school Calm and composed

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
March 3

Appearance

Overall appearance
Black hair in a straight short bob with a calm expression that exudes a composed aura. Wears the school uniform and Kuromorimine's jacket during tankery.
Height
Approximately 165cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Well-proportioned features
  • Calm gaze
  • Black ribbon
Iconic items
  • Kuromorimine Girls Academy uniform
  • Command radio
  • Tank cap
  • Military-style jacket with black accents

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm and composed
Detailed personality
Calm and rational thinker who commands accurately as a team leader. Strict with herself and adheres to meritocracy, but occasionally reveals deep familial love. Places great importance on Kuromorimine Girls Academy's pride.
Keywords
  • Leader
  • Calm
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Strict
  • Meritocracy
  • Family-oriented
Motto
Do whatever it takes to win
Talents
  • Tank operation talent
  • Tactical acumen
  • Leadership
  • Calm decision-making
Skills
  • Tank team command
  • Firing accuracy
  • Defensive tactics
  • Team control
Motivation
Uphold the traditions of Nishizumi-ryu tankery and lead Kuromorimine Girls Academy to national domination.
Habits
Enjoys rigorous training, strict with team members but shows a gentle side to siblings.
Favorite foods
Japanese cuisine, Fish dishes, Matcha
Hobbies
Tactical research, Reading, Kendo
Favorite colors
Black, Navy
Disliked situations
Unfairness, Pointless disputes

History

Backstory
Born into the Nishizumi family lineage of tankery, raised with strict training from a young age. Demonstrated particularly high talent among her sisters, aiming for the top of competitive tankery as captain of Kuromorimine Girls Academy. Harbors complex feelings regarding her sister Miho's instruction and family relationships.
Debut date
October 9, 2012
Work title
Girls und Panzer
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

Kuromorimine Girls Academy Captain Appointment

Significant event
Kuromorimine Girls Academy Captain Appointment
Description
Assumes the role of leading the team as captain of Kuromorimine Girls Academy.

Fierce National Tournament Battle

Significant event
Fierce National Tournament Battle
Description
Battles against Ooarai Girls Academy led by sister Miho Nishizumi, experiencing conflict and reconciliation.

Post-tankery retirement activities

Significant event
Post-tankery retirement activities
Description
Details undisclosed, but depicted living a life apart from tankery afterward.

Relationships

Miho Nishizumi

Sibling

Younger sister. Strong bond despite clashes over Nishizumi-ryu spirit.

Nishizumi-ryu Family Head

Father

Strict patriarch as head of the Nishizumi-ryu.

Mako Reizei

Teammate

Bond as tankery teammates supporting Kuromorimine Girls Academy together.

Yukari Akiyama

Rival

Forms solid rival relationship through intense national tournament battle.

Kuromorimine Girls Academy Tankery Team

Kuromorimine Girls Academy Tankery Team: leader

Media appearances

Girls und Panzer

Anime / Supporting

2012 TV series

Girls und Panzer The Movie

Movie / Supporting

2015 theatrical release

Girls und Panzer: Dream Tank Match

Game / Playable character

Released 2018

Voice cast and creators

Rie Tanaka

Voice actor
Rie Tanaka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime and theatrical versions

Takaaki Suzuki

Creator name
Takaaki Suzuki
Role
Original author

Fumikane Shimada

Creator name
Fumikane Shimada
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Maho Nishizumi 1/7 Scale Figure

Item name
Maho Nishizumi 1/7 Scale Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Character Sticker Set

Item name
Character Sticker Set
Category
Stationery
Availability
Limited