Minami Asakura

Bright and kind heroine

The heroine of 'Touch' and childhood friend of the protagonists. A high school girl with a bright and kind personality.

Quotes

  • “I hope tomorrow will be sunny too.”
  • “It's a promise, Tatsuya-kun.”
  • “It's okay, because everyone's here.”
  • “Kazuya-oniichan, watch over us.”
  • “A smile is the greatest treasure.”

Trivia

  • One of the most popular heroines in Mitsuru Adachi's works.
  • Voiced by Mana Kawamura in the anime version, beloved by many fans.
  • The original manga became a social phenomenon alongside the 1980s high school baseball boom.
  • Played by Kyoko Fukada in the live-action movie version, generating buzz.
  • Features Mitsuru Adachi's characteristic delicate and subtle depiction of adolescent emotions in the story structure and character designs.

Alternate names

Minami MINAMI Minami-chan

Tags

Minami Asakura Touch Mitsuru Adachi Coming of age Sports manga High school student Baseball Heroine Childhood friend

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female
Birthday
June 30

Appearance

Overall appearance
Long black hair with an energetic and adorable high school girl appearance. Always has a bright atmosphere without losing her smile.
Height
Approximately 160cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Gentle gaze
  • Natural long black hair
  • Healthy smile
Iconic items
  • White headband
  • School uniform
  • Baseball game ticket
  • Scarf

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Kind and considerate to everyone, bright and positive. Also has a natural side that soothes those around her. Rich in sensitivity and able to empathize with others' feelings.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Bright
  • Considerate
  • Natural
  • Devoted
  • Pure
  • Sincere
Motto
Cherish people and never forget to smile
Talents
  • Charm that soothes people
  • Thoughtfulness
  • All household chores
Skills
  • Knowledge of cheering for baseball
  • Mediator
  • Emotional expression
Motivation
To enrich high school life together with Tatsuya and Kazuya. Wishes for the happiness of important people.
Habits
Often soothes those around her with natural behavior. Occasionally spaces out.
Favorite foods
Ice cream, Fruit, Omurice, Onigiri, Wagashi
Hobbies
Watching baseball, Reading, Handicrafts, Walking
Favorite colors
Pink, Light blue
Disliked situations
Quarrels, Lies, Sad goodbyes
Disliked weather
Rainy days, Strong winds

History

Backstory
Childhood friends with Tatsuya and Kazuya since early childhood, maintaining family-like relationships. She is a precious existence for the two brothers, spending youth days intertwined with complex friendships and romantic feelings.
Debut date
1981-01
Work title
Touch
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1

Love triangle with Tatsuya and Kazuya

Significant event
Love triangle with Tatsuya and Kazuya
Description
Depicts her wavering feelings between childhood friends Tatsuya and Kazuya, a central theme of the story.

Cheering for high school baseball

Significant event
Cheering for high school baseball
Description
Earnestly cheered and supported Tatsuya and the others aiming for Koshien.

Kazuya's accidental death

Significant event
Kazuya's accidental death
Description
Grows while harboring deep grief and suffering from Kazuya's sudden death.

Relationships

Miwa Asakura

Mother

Mother. Supports a warm and kind family environment.

Tsuneo Asakura

Father

Father. Family-oriented, strict yet affectionate.

Tatsuya Uesugi

Best friend

Childhood friend who gradually develops into a romantic relationship. Supported Tatsuya's growth.

Kazuya Uesugi

Best friend

Childhood friend like a brother. Kazuya's death greatly changed her life.

Meisei High School

Meisei High School: unknown

Media appearances

Touch

Manga / Protagonist

1981–1986

Touch (TV Anime)

Anime / Protagonist

1985-1987 TV series

Touch (Theatrical Anime)

Movie / Protagonist

1986

Touch (Live-Action Movie)

Movie / Protagonist

1995

Voice cast and creators

Mana Kawamura

Voice actor
Mana Kawamura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version

Kyoko Fukada

Voice actor
Kyoko Fukada
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Live-action movie version

Mitsuru Adachi

Creator name
Mitsuru Adachi
Role
Original author

Mitsuru Adachi

Creator name
Mitsuru Adachi
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Minami Asakura Figure

Item name
Minami Asakura Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Touch Character Goods

Item name
Touch Character Goods
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular

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