Ogasawara Jirou
Ogasawara Jirou |
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| Kanji: | 小笠原 次郎 |
| Romaji | Ogasawara Jirou |
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| Age: | Unknown |
| Birthday: | April 15 |
| Height: | 181 cm – 183 cm |
| Portrayed by: | |
| Japanese: | Ono Yūki |
| English: | Jonah Scott |
Ogasawara Jirou (小笠原 次郎), is a main supporting character in the anime and manga series Sasaki and Miyano (佐々木と宮野). A friend and classmate of Shuumei Sasaki, Ogasawara plays an important role in the story’s depiction of friendship, casual acceptance, and the quiet everyday moments that define high school life. Despite his often intimidating appearance, Jirou is a kind, easygoing, and supportive figure, offering grounded, practical advice to his friends particularly Sasaki as they navigate their feelings and relationships.
Through his interactions with the main cast, Jirou provides comic relief, emotional grounding, and sincere friendship, helping to highlight the realistic and supportive environment that surrounds the budding romance between Sasaki and Miyano.
Background
Appearance in Anime
Ogasawara Jirou is a third-year student at the same all-boys high school attended by Sasaki and Miyano. He is one of Sasaki’s closest friends and often appears alongside him during school events and casual conversations. Jirou is known for his blunt honesty and straightforward personality, making him a dependable figure for Sasaki to confide in when grappling with his feelings for Miyano.
Though his appearances are relatively brief compared to the main duo, Jirou’s friendship with Sasaki is shown to be genuine and supportive, emphasizing the importance of platonic bonds amidst the central romantic storyline.
Appearance
Jirou is a tall and slightly rugged-looking young man with short, messy brown hair and sharp eyes, giving him a somewhat rough or intimidating first impression. He typically wears the standard school uniform, and his relaxed posture and casual demeanor make him look approachable once his personality becomes evident.
Despite his outwardly tough appearance, Jirou’s expressions often reveal a laid-back, slightly exasperated fondness toward Sasaki’s antics and emotional confusion.
Personality
Ogasawara Jirou is straightforward, practical, and good-natured. He is the type of friend who doesn’t mince words but also doesn’t pass harsh judgments. Jirou tends to observe situations realistically and is quick to point out when Sasaki is overcomplicating things, offering advice that is simple yet insightful.
Although he may act a bit gruff, he cares deeply about his friends and is willing to listen and support them without unnecessary drama. His casual acceptance of Sasaki’s feelings for another boy (Miyano) reflects his open-minded and loyal nature, making him an essential pillar of quiet support in the story.
Role in the Story
Friend and Advisor to Sasaki: Jirou primarily serves as Sasaki’s sounding board whenever Sasaki needs advice or vents about his growing feelings for Miyano. Rather than reacting with surprise or discomfort, Jirou listens and offers down-to-earth guidance, emphasizing that emotions are normal and not worth agonizing over endlessly.
Providing Comic Relief: Jirou’s blunt remarks and sarcastic humor often provide moments of lightheartedness, balancing the more emotional or romantic scenes. His casual attitude highlights the difference between internal teenage anxiety and how, from an outsider’s perspective, feelings often seem much simpler and more natural.
A Model of Acceptance: By treating Sasaki’s confession of feelings with normalcy and casual support, Jirou helps reinforce one of the central themes of the series: love is natural, regardless of gender, and what matters most is sincerity.
Relationships
Shuumei Sasaki: One of his closest friends. Jirou serves as a confidant and advisor to Sasaki, offering support without dramatics. Their friendship is built on trust, casual teasing, and an unspoken understanding.
Miyano Yoshikazu: Though Jirou is less directly involved with Miyano, he knows of him through Sasaki’s stories. Jirou shows no judgment about Sasaki’s feelings for Miyano and supports Sasaki’s happiness in whatever form it takes.
Other Classmates: Jirou maintains casual, friendly relationships with other students. His easygoing demeanor allows him to fit in without standing out too much, making him a comforting background presence in the social environment.