Akira Midousuzi
Akira Midousuzi
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御堂筋 翔
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| Nihongo | 御堂筋 翔 |
| Vital Information | |
| Birthday | January 31 |
| Gender | Male |
| Astrological Sign | Aquarius |
| Height | 185 cm (6′ 1″) |
| First Appearance | |
| Manga | Chapter 1 (mention) |
| Anime | Episode 11 |
| Japanese Voice | Kōji Yusa |
Akira Midousuji(御堂筋 翔, Midōsuji Akira) is a third-year student at Kyoto Fushimi High School and the captain of the Kyoto Fushimi High Bicycle Racing Club. Known for his calculating and manipulative nature, Midousuji has served as the team’s ace since his first year, earning the position by defeating the previous ace and establishing his dominance over the team. He has ruled the club with an authoritarian grip, using fear and intimidation to maintain control.
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Émile Durkheim
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David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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| Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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| Nationality | French |
| Alma mater | École Normale Supérieure |
| Known for | Sacred–profane dichotomy Collective consciousness Social fact Social integration Anomie Collective effervescence |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies |
| Institutions | University of Paris, University of Bordeaux |
| Influences | Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill |
| Influenced | Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1] |
Appearance
Midousuji has a distinctive appearance with a slim and lanky build, exaggerated facial expressions, and a sharp, almost skeletal face. His dark eyes often carry an unsettling intensity, and his trademark grin reflects his cunning and sadistic nature. He is usually seen in Kyoto Fushimi’s green and white cycling uniform, which accentuates his thin frame.
Akira Midousuji from Yowamushi Pedal, showing his unsettling and creepy expression. Known for his unorthodox tactics and eerie demeanor, Midousuji’s antics often unsettle both rivals and teammates alike.
Personality
Midousuji is infamous for his cold, ruthless, and arrogant personality. He views cycling as a purely strategic game, devoid of emotion or camaraderie. He openly mocks and belittles his opponents, using their insecurities against them. His motto, “Victory at any cost,” reflects his disregard for fairness or teamwork, as he prioritizes results over relationships.
Despite his abrasive exterior, Midousuji’s tragic past reveals a more vulnerable side, explaining his obsession with winning and his disdain for weakness. His outlook on life and cycling is rooted in his belief that only the strong survive, a philosophy that often isolates him from others.
Background
Midousuji’s fascination with cycling began at a young age, but his approach to the sport has always been unique and deeply analytical. His ruthless pursuit of victory is fueled by a tragic backstory involving the loss of his mother, which shaped his unrelenting drive to win at all costs. Upon joining Kyoto Fushimi, he quickly rose to prominence by outclassing the existing ace, taking the position for himself, and reshaping the team in his image.
Abilities
Midousuji is an all-rounder, though his strengths lie in his unparalleled strategic thinking and adaptability. His racing style is characterized by extreme efficiency, as he calculates the most energy-conserving and advantageous methods to win.
- Unconventional Riding Style: Midousuji’s flexibility and unique physicality allow him to adopt unusual positions on his bike, giving him an edge in speed and maneuverability.
- Mind Games: He excels in psychological warfare, exploiting his opponents’ weaknesses and unsettling them during races to gain an advantage.
- Tactics and Strategy: Midousuji’s ability to read the race and predict his opponents’ moves often places him several steps ahead, making him a challenging rival to outmaneuver.
Role in the Story
Midousuji serves as a major antagonist throughout the Yowamushi Pedal series, often clashing with Sakamichi Onoda and other members of the Sohoku High Bicycle Racing Club. His unconventional tactics and psychological manipulation make him a formidable and unpredictable rival.
Relationships
Midousuji & Sakamichi Onoda
Onoda’s optimism and teamwork-driven approach to cycling contrast sharply with Midousuji’s cold, self-serving philosophy, creating a compelling rivalry.
Midousuji & Sohoku Team
He frequently targets Sohoku riders with psychological tactics, particularly aiming to undermine their confidence and teamwork.
Midousuji & Kyoto Fushimi Team
Though he is the team captain, his authoritarian leadership style fosters fear rather than loyalty among his teammates, highlighting his isolation even within his own club.
Legacy
Akira Midousuji’s role as the manipulative and cunning ace of Kyoto Fushimi leaves a lasting impression on both his rivals and viewers of Yowamushi Pedal. His strategic brilliance and unorthodox methods make him one of the most memorable and polarizing characters in the series, serving as a dark foil to the more team-oriented protagonists.
Trivia
- Signature Phrases: Midousuji is known for his distinct way of speaking, often drawing out words like “grosssss” to unsettle his opponents.
- Flexibility: His unusual body flexibility allows him to perform bizarre cycling positions, giving him a unique edge in races.
- Backstory: Midousuji’s determination to win stems from a promise to his late mother, showcasing a rare glimpse of vulnerability in his otherwise calculating personality.