Shoukichi Naruko
鳴子 章吉
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Personal Description | |
Nihongo | 鳴子 章吉 |
Vital Information | |
Birthday | August 28 |
Gender | Male |
Astrological Sign | Virgo |
Height | 165 cm (5′ 5″) |
Weight | 56 kg (123 lbs) |
First Appearance | |
Manga | Chapter 9 |
Anime | Episode 1 (cameo) |
Japanese Voice | Jun Fukushima (Japanese) |
Shoukichi Naruko(鳴子 章吉, Naruko Shōkichi) is a third-year student at Sohoku High School and a member of the Sohoku High Bicycle Racing Club. As a sprinter from Osaka, he is known by the nickname“Naniwa’s Speed Man”or“Speedster of Naniwa”due to his incredible speed and explosive sprinting ability.
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
Shoukichi has a distinctive appearance with spiky orange hair and a somewhat mischievous expression. He is often seen wearing his racing uniform, which is decorated with the Sohoku team colors, highlighting his pride in his team. His athletic physique matches his fast and explosive nature, built for short bursts of speed.
Shoukichi Naruko from Yowamushi Pedal, gearing up for a race with his signature competitive spirit. Known for his speed and cocky attitude, Naruko’s focused expression highlights his determination to outpace his rivals on the road.
Personality
Naruko is energetic, confident, and often displays a cocky attitude, which makes him stand out as a bit of a show-off. However, beneath his brash exterior lies a fierce determination to improve himself and push the limits of his sprinting ability. He takes great pride in being from Osaka and often jokes around with teammates, especially with his rivalry against Tōmoya Kuwata from Hakone Academy. Despite his sometimes overconfident demeanor, Naruko deeply cares for his teammates and has a strong sense of loyalty to Sohoku.
Naruko’s humor and playful nature often lighten the mood within the team, though he is always serious when it comes to racing and competition. He shares a close friendship with Sakamichi Onoda and Shunsuke Imaizumi, and over time, his respect for them grows as he learns to appreciate their different strengths.
Background
Born and raised in Osaka, Naruko brings with him a competitive spirit and a strong sense of pride in his origins. He joined the Sohoku High Bicycle Racing Club as a sprinter, which made him a key member of the team due to his speed and agility. His desire to be the fastest was a driving force for him, and he quickly became known for his ability to sprint with unmatched velocity in critical moments.
Abilities
Shoukichi is an exceptional sprinter, capable of unleashing incredible speed, especially during the final stretches of races. His powerful legs and natural sprinting ability make him an asset during flat sections of the race or the final sprints to the finish line. His explosive acceleration is his main weapon, allowing him to outpace most of his rivals in short bursts.
Role in the Story
Shoukichi is one of the main members of the Sohoku team, with his primary role as the sprinter. His racing style is key to the team’s success, especially during the sprints where his speed is critical for winning points or overtaking opponents. Throughout the series, Naruko’s dedication to his sport and his teammates becomes increasingly evident, and he grows as a cyclist.
Relationships
Naruko & Sakamichi Onoda
Naruko often teases Onoda, particularly about his otaku nature, but also supports him during races. Their friendly rivalry is a source of humor and camaraderie.
Naruko & Shunsuke Imaizumi
Naruko and Imaizumi share a competitive but respectful relationship. Despite their different cycling styles, they push each other to become better athletes.
Naruko & Tōmoya Kuwata
Naruko has a rivalry with Kuwata from Hakone Academy, whom he often competes against in sprints, which fuels his competitive spirit.
Legacy
Shoukichi Naruko’s role as a sprinter and his vibrant personality add a unique dynamic to the Yowamushi Pedal series. His explosive speed, sense of humor, and competitive spirit make him one of the standout characters in the series, contributing to both the comedic and competitive elements of the story. As a reliable and fast sprinter for Sohoku, he plays a vital role in their success and demonstrates the importance of each rider’s specialized skills in the team’s overall strategy.
Trivia
- Nicknames: Naruko is known as “Naniwa’s Speed Man” for his lightning-fast sprints and “Speedster of Naniwa,” a reference to his hometown of Osaka.
- Cycling Style: His specialty is sprinting, and he can reach incredible speeds during the final moments of a race, making him a key player in crucial moments.
- Background: Naruko is proud of his Osaka roots and often incorporates local dialect and humor into his speech, standing out from other members of the Sohoku team.