Yuji Okusu
Blond delinquent second-in-command to the Sakuragi Gang's leader figure
In the Sakuragi Gang, he is the tall blond delinquent next to the leader figure Sakuragi Hanamichi, a fierce-looking but comrade-loving presence.
Quotes
- We're the Sakuragi Gang!
- If we're doing it, we do it all the way!
- I won't forgive anyone who betrays their comrades.
Trivia
- Okusu has the typical character design of a blond delinquent.
- There are scenes showing interest in basketball despite his delinquent status.
- Highly popular among fans as Sakuragi Hanamichi's right-hand man.
Alternate names
Yuji Okusu
Okusu
Sakuragi Gang's vice leader
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Tall with a blond delinquent-style appearance. Robust physique exuding an intimidating presence, while possessing leadership among delinquent comrades.
- Height
- About 185cm
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Blond
- Distinguishing features
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- Blond hair
- Tall stature
- Sharp gaze typical of a delinquent
- Iconic items
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- Leather jacket
- Flashy accessories
- Rings typical of delinquents
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Hot-blooded
- Detailed personality
- Takes a rough and aggressive attitude typical of a delinquent, but shows strong loyalty to comrades and Sakuragi Hanamichi, displaying hot friendship. Possesses leadership qualities and often supports Sakuragi.
- Keywords
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- Delinquent
- Loyalty
- Hot-blooded
- Comrade-loving
- Challenging
- Talents
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- Leadership
- Physical strength
- High athletic ability in basketball
- Skills
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- Fighting
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Motivation
- To maintain the unity of the Sakuragi Gang and live strong together with comrades.
- Habits
- Rough speech and aggressive attitude, but hot-blooded at heart.
- Favorite foods
- Yakiniku, Ramen, Junk food
- Hobbies
- Basketball, Hanging out with delinquent comrades
- Favorite colors
- Black, Red
- Disliked situations
- Weakness, Betrayal, Irresponsibility
History
- Backstory
- Member of the high school delinquent group Sakuragi Gang, second to the leader figure Sakuragi Hanamichi. With his tall blond flashy appearance, gives a strong impression to those around him and acts as the unifier of his comrades. Influenced by Sakuragi of the basketball club, gradually becoming aware of his role as a team member.
- Work title
- SLAM DUNK
- Media type
- Manga
Activities as Sakuragi Gang
- Significant event
- Activities as Sakuragi Gang
- Description
- Appears as the vice leader of the delinquent group centered on Sakuragi Hanamichi, supporting the gang's unity.
Involvement with the basketball club
- Significant event
- Involvement with the basketball club
- Description
- Influenced by Sakuragi's basketball passion, gang actions include scenes related to the basketball club.
Relationships
Hanamichi Sakuragi
Best friend
Leader of the Sakuragi Gang and protagonist of the basketball club, with Yuji as his closest comrade.
Kaede Rukawa
Rival
Frequent interactions between the Sakuragi Gang and basketball club lead to a rival relationship.
Sakuragi Gang
Sakuragi Gang: unknown
Media appearances
SLAM DUNK
Manga / Supporting
1990s serialization
SLAM DUNK TV Anime Series
Anime / Supporting
Aired in 1993
Voice cast and creators
Takehiko Inoue
- Creator name
- Takehiko Inoue
- Role
- Original author
Takehiko Inoue
- Creator name
- Takehiko Inoue
- Role
- Illustrator
Shueisha
- Creator name
- Shueisha
- Role
- Publisher
Toei Animation
- Creator name
- Toei Animation
- Role
- Animation studio