Hanamichi Sakuragi
Hanamichi Sakuragi
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桜木 花道
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| Personal Description | |
| Occupation | Basketball Player |
| Age | 15 |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 189.2 cm (6’2) |
| Weight | 83 kg (183 lbs) |
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| Team | Shohoku |
| Position | [Power Forward/Shooting Guard] Swingman/Center (Two Big Men= PF/C) |
| Jersey Number | #10 |
| Debut | |
| Episode | Chapter 1 |
| Anime movie | Episode 1 |
Hanamichi Sakuragi (桜木 花道, Sakuragi Hanamichi) is the main protagonist of the beloved anime and manga series Slam Dunk. Known for his tall stature and fiery personality, Sakuragi’s journey in basketball is both comedic and inspiring.
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Émile Durkheim
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| Born |
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
Hanamichi Sakuragi is characterized by his tall and athletic build, standing at about 185 cm (6’1″) tall. He has striking red hair that sets him apart from his peers and is often depicted with a confident, mischievous grin. His typical outfit includes the Shohoku High School basketball jersey, which features the number 10, and basketball shorts, complemented by sneakers.
Hanamichi Sakuragi displaying his trademark goofy expression, a testament to his comedic personality.
Personality
Sakuragi is known for his brash and overconfident demeanor. Initially, he is portrayed as a hot-headed delinquent who often gets into fights. Despite his rough exterior, he has a good heart and is fiercely loyal to his friends. His motivations are driven by his desire to impress Haruko Akagi, a girl he loves, which leads him to join the basketball team. As the story progresses, Sakuragi matures, showing determination, resilience, and a growing passion for basketball.
Powers and Abilities
The bald-headed version of Sakuragi serves as a comedic highlight in the series.
Athleticism
Sakuragi possesses exceptional physical abilities, including incredible speed and jumping ability, which make him an effective power forward and backup center.
Rebounding
Rebounding
His height and leaping skills allow him to excel in rebounding, often grabbing the ball from opponents and turning defense into offense.
Strength
Sakuragi’s raw strength enables him to battle against stronger opponents, making him a formidable presence on the court.
Relationships
Haruko Akagi
The girl Sakuragi admires, who inspires him to join the basketball team. His feelings for her drive much of his character development.
Akagi Takenori
Haruko’s brother and the captain of the Shohoku basketball team, who initially doubts Sakuragi’s abilities but eventually comes to appreciate his contributions.
Hisashi Mitsui
A former star player for Shohoku who becomes a close friend and mentor to Sakuragi, guiding him through the ups and downs of basketball.
Rukawa Kaede
A talented and skilled player on the team who often clashes with Sakuragi due to their competitive nature.
Trivia
- Hanamichi Sakuragi’s character is inspired by the typical high school delinquent archetype, which adds a humorous twist to his journey in sports.
- His famous catchphrase, “I’m the best!” reflects his overconfidence and provides comedic relief throughout the series.
- The series highlights his growth from a novice to a competent basketball player, emphasizing themes of friendship, hard work, and self-discovery.
- Sakuragi has become an iconic character in the sports anime genre, representing the struggles and triumphs of young athletes.