Taro Misaki
The other half of Nankatsu's legendary Golden Duo.
Taro Misaki is a football player who travels around Japan due to his father's job and soon joins Nankatsu. He becomes the best of friends with Tsubasa Oozora on the pitch and in real life, forming a partnership soon to be renowned as the "Golden Duo" or "Dynamic Duo" of Nankatsu. Together with Tsubasa and the Nankatsu team, they start taking on the best of elementary school football, meeting talented players such as Kojiro Hyuga, Ken Wakashimazu, Jun Misugi, and Hikaru Matsuyama.
Quick Facts
- Position
- Midfielder (Attacking)
- Affiliation
- Nankatsu Elementary School; Júbilo Iwata (Japan)
- First appearance
- Original Manga Series (Chapter 1)
- Status
- Active Professional
Reader's Guide
Taro Misaki operates primarily as a forward or midfielder, forming the "Golden Duo" or "Dynamic Duo" with Tsubasa Oozora. His key strength is his partnership with Tsubasa, which is central to Nankatsu's success in winning numerous Youth National Championships. Later in his career, he plays for Júbilo Iwata in the Japanese J.League, where he leads the team alongside Gon Nakayama, Ishizaki, and Urabe. In a notable match, Misaki's Júbilo Iwata defeated the Urawa Red Diamonds 2–1. Personality-wise, Misaki is a loyal friend and teammate, deeply committed to football and to his partnership with Tsubasa.
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