15 Iconic Anime Characters Born In April

Highlights

• April marks the start of new anime shows, making fans eagerly anticipate what’s to come in the spring season.
• Some iconic anime characters born in April, like Sakuragi and Nel Tu, have captured fans’ hearts worldwide.
• From determined fighters like Giorno Giovanna to brave warriors like Erza Scarlet, April-born characters bring unique traits to anime.

April is a month filled with a lot of excitement. It marks the beginning of the spring season, a time of renewal and growth. Many anime series are released during this time, and fans eagerly anticipate the new shows that will be available to watch. April is also the birth month of many characters who have captured the hearts of fans worldwide.

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This article will look at some iconic anime characters born in April and explore what makes them unique and memorable. So, get ready to celebrate these anime icons and discover why they continue to be popular among diverse anime fans.

Updated April 9, 2024, by Emedo Destiny: The month of April is significant for many reasons, the first of which is that it officially ushers in the Spring season and, most importantly, begins the spring anime season. For particularly the latter reason, many anime fans eagerly await the month of April as many new anime shows make their debut. The month is also the birth month for many famous anime characters, notable for their ability to capture the hearts of fans through their actions and a general aesthetically alluring trait, making them more likeable than their counterparts. Therefore, some of the most iconic anime characters born in April are below.

15 Sakuragi Hanamichi – Slam Dunk

Age: 16

Born on the 1st of April, Sakuragi is the protagonist of the infamousSlam Dunk series. Initially known for his awful basketball abilities and self-confidence bordering on arrogance, Sakuragi was only concerned with asking out pretty girls and getting rejected. However, he meets Akagi Haruko, who he falls in love with, and in trying to win her heart, he joins the Shohoku basketball team.

Motivated by his love for Haruko and his rivalry with Rukawa, Sakuragi joins the basketball team as a complete beginner and advances his skills and status on the team through sheer tenacity and determination, ultimately resulting in him coming to love the sport without realizing it. Aside from his violent personality, Sakuragi’s most conspicuous trait is his bright red hair.

14 Nel Tu – Bleach

Age: 26

One of the first Arrancars to be introduced in the Bleach series, Nel Tu, was born on the 25th of April. Initially introduced in a child-like form, Nel Tu quickly establishes a positive relationship with Ichigo, the series’ protagonist. Despite her child-like appearance, Nel Tu has a somewhat out-of-place vocabulary, which should not be associated with children; however, she can take a more mature form as a full-grown woman, Nelliel, rather than Nel Tu.

Nelliel is a formidable opponent in her grown form, as the large tattoo number on her back indicates she is the former 3rd Espada. Outside of combat, Nel Tu is shown to be somewhat of a pacifist; however, she’s also a self-proclaimed masochist.

13 Akane Tsunemori – Psycho Pass

Age: 20

Tsunemori Akane is the protagonist of one of anime’s leading sci-fi series, Psycho-Pass. Born on the 1st of April and a member of the police force, Tsunemori initially appears shy, naive and idealistic during her recruitment at the start of the series. Akane, in time, shows herself to be an intelligent, calm and level-headed inspector.

As she progresses with her unit— Unit 01, Akane steadily becomes a full-fledged detective, leading her to choose a more detached approach to apprehending criminals in sharp contrast to her ideals when she first started as an instructor.

12 Brook – One Piece

Age: 90

The tallest member of the Straw Hats Pirates Crew, Brook stands at 277cm (9’1) and is the crew’s musician, but more than that, Brook is made entirely of bones. Known as the Gentleman Skeleton, Brook was born on the 3rd of April and thinks himself somewhat of a gentleman despite his extremely perverted nature.

Showcasing a contrast to the ideal personality he believes in his mind, Brook is instead an eccentric figure who is not nearly ‘gentlemanly’ as shown through his flippant antics. Despite his perversion, Brook maintains a very polite and formal demeanour to most people and is compassionate.

11 Shiba Tatsuya – The Irregular At Magic High School

Age: 15

The Demon of Okinawa, Shiba Tatsuya, is the protagonist of The Irregular At Magic High School series. Born on the 24th of April, Tatusya is a first-year student in Course 1 of the First Magic High School and a combat prodigy, albeit unknown to his peers. Tatsuya shares a very close relationship with his sister, Shiba Miyuki, and they both enroll in the same school even after their mother’s death.

While a combat prodigy, Tatsuya is also a genius-level engineer in magic engineering and CAD development, a central theme in the series. As mentioned earlier, those are the only things Tatsuya shows genuine enthusiasm for. Despite being very stoic and cold, Tatsuya is very protective of his friends and sister.

10 Giorno Giovanna (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure)

Age: 15

Giorno Giovanna, born on April 16th, 1985, is the illegitimate child of Dio Brando in Jonathan Joestar’s body and the main character in Part 5 of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. He is known for his unwavering determination, allowing him to make crucial decisions and follow through despite obstacles.

He is not afraid to put himself in harm’s way during battles for an advantage. Giorno’s ultimate goal is to become a “Gang-Star.” He joins the Gang after completing Polpo’s trial and defeating Bruno Bucciarati. He is then tasked with protecting Trish Una for a week and later joins forces with Bruno to betray the Gang and murder the Boss of Passione.

9 Gabi Braun (Attack on Titan)

Age: 12

Gabi Braun, a key character in Attack on Titan, is known for her passionate and strong-willed personality. Born on April 14th, Gabi is a young Eldian soldier from Marley who harbors a deep hatred for the people of Paradis Island. Despite her youth, Gabi has already earned recognition in the Marleyan military and is next in line to inherit the Armored Titan power.

Although Gabi’s drive is a notable strength, it is also her major weakness. Her dedication to Eldia leads her to violent and impulsive actions fueled by her vengeful and hateful side. Nevertheless, Gabi’s bravery is remarkable, putting her life at stake for what she believes to be a greater cause.

8 Ai Hayasaka (Kaguya Sama: Love is War)

Age: 18

Ai Hayasaka is a significant character in Kaguya-sama: Love is War and a third-year student at Shuchi’in Academy, serving as Kaguya Shinomiya’s maid. She has the ability to quickly switch between four personas, each with its distinct backstory.

She was born on April 2nd into servitude in the Shinomiya household and grew up in a world that was isolated but less sheltered than Kaguya’s. Despite their master/servant relationship, Ai and Kaguya share a strong sisterly bond. Ai loves Kaguya greatly and is willing to defy the Shinomiya family to a certain extent to help her.

7 Usopp (One Piece)

Age: 19

Usopp is a character in One Piece who serves as the Straw Hat Pirates sniper and a Senior Officer of the Grand Fleet. He was born on April 1st and raised in Syrup Village, serving as “captain” of the Usopp Pirates. He later joined the crew at the end of the Syrup Village Arc after helping to defeat the Black Cat Pirates.

Despite being cowardly, Usopp aspires to be a brave sea warrior like his father. Although he struggled in the past to match the physical capabilities of stronger characters, he has improved after two years of training. Following the time skip, both his mental and physical strength is enhanced, allowing him to face opponents without relying solely on his weapons.

6 Inosuke Hashibira (Demon Slayer)

Age: 15

Inosuke Hashibira, born on April 22nd, is a major character in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. As a member of the Demon Slayer Corps, he joins Tanjiro Kamado and Nezuko Kamado on their travels and missions. Inosuke was raised by a pack of boars in the mountains after being orphaned, which explains his poor grasp of human relationships.

Inosuke is known for his aggressive and prideful nature, which can cause him to exaggerate his strength and reject defeat. However, as the story progresses, he becomes more impacted by Tanjiro, learning to appreciate the ability of others, becoming more affectionate, and using smarter tactics in battle.

5 Natsuki Subaru (Re Zero)

Age: 18

Natsuki Subaru, born on April 1st, is the protagonist of Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World. He was once a hikikomori who loved spending his days watching anime and playing video games. One day, he is mysteriously transported to the world of Lugunica, where Emilia, a half-elf girl, rescues him, and he is gifted the power of “Return by Death.”

This ability allows him to return to a previous point in his timeline with his memories intact after each death. He later becomes Emilia’s knight and then a knight of the Dragon Kingdom of Lugunica. He matures through his experiences, resolving to safeguard those he cares about.

4 Erza Scarlet (Fairy Tail)

Age: 19

Erza Scarlet, born on April 7th, is an S-Class Mage of the Fairy Tail Guild in Team Natsu and the guild’s 7th Master during Makarov’s absence. As a child, Erza lived in Rosemary Village but was enslaved in the Tower of Heaven alongside Jellal Fernandes, her love interest.

Despite being strict and impatient, she is dedicated to Fairy Tail and its members, displaying a strong sense of righteousness and bravery. Her dedication led her to achieve the remarkable feat of passing Fairy Tail’s S-Class Mage Promotion Trial at fifteen, making her the youngest guild member to have accomplished this.

3 Katsuki Bakugo (My Hero Academia)

Age: 17

Katsuki Bakugo, born on April 20th, is a student in Class 1-A at U.A. High School, training to become a Pro Hero. Katsuki displayed many unheroic attributes since his early childhood days. He was known for his violent, quick-tempered, and overbearing personality, particularly towards his former Quirkless classmate Izuku Midoriya.

Katsuki gradually becomes less antagonistic after experiencing personal defeats, including one from Izuku. Although he still retains some unpleasant traits, Katsuki’s competitive drive and fierce character have made him an important figure among Class 1-A, who inspires and motivates others.

2 Kurapika (Hunter x Hunter)

Age: 19

Born on April 4th, 1982, Kurapika is one of the central characters in the anime series Hunter × Hunter. His greatest desire is to avenge his clan’s death by the Phantom Troupe, and he joins Gon and his friends to achieve this end. Despite possessing vast knowledge and intelligence, Kurapika is withdrawn and prone to fits of uncontrollable anger due to his past trauma.

He is willing to compromise his virtue to capture the band of thieves. As the series progresses, Kurapika’s powers increase significantly, and he showcases versatility by wielding different weapons. His iron will and exceptional combat prowess make him a force to be reckoned with.

1 Son Goku “Kakarot” (Dragon Ball Z)

Age: 737

Son Goku, born April 18th, is the main protagonist of the Dragon Ball series, raised on Earth as a Saiyan. He strives to be the greatest warrior possible, defending the Earth and the universe from destruction multiple times. Goku is pure of heart, highly loyal to his friends and family, and protective of them.

He is a man of his word, committed to keeping his promises, and has a realistic and carefree view of life. He seeks new adventures and challenges to test his limits as a warrior and has unwavering will and tenacity to succeed, never giving up against adversity.