The anime "Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru" (The Wind Rises), which began airing in the fall of 2018, is set in the Hakone Ekiden marathon. It's based on the novel of the same name by Shion Miura. It was previously adapted into a manga by Sorata Umino, totaling six volumes. Its popularity has also led to film, stage, and radio drama adaptations. This article focuses primarily on the manga and introduces a character from "Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru," Takashi Sugiyama (the prodigy), the runner for the fifth leg of the race.
The Prodigy of Room 205 at Chikuseisou!
Source: The Wind Rises © Shion Miura, Shinchosha / Kansei University Track and Field Club Supporters Association
A rundown apartment building called Takeo-so (commonly known as Aotake). Living in Room 205 is Takashi Sugiyama (Prodigy), a third-year student in the Faculty of Commerce. Originally from the countryside, he used to walk about 10km along mountain paths to get to school. Takashi was nicknamed "Child Prodigy" because he was the best at everything he did in his hometown.
Generous Personality
Source: "The Wind is Strong" © Shion Miura, Shinchosha / Kansei University Track and Field Club Supporters Association
Takashi Sugiyama (Child Prodigy) was the first to agree to aiming for the Hakone Ekiden. Kiyose Haiji (Heidi) is not the type to joke around and is the first person to ask him for a favor, so he says it's okay to run. He has a kind-hearted personality and never forgets a favor.
Kindness and Consideration
Source: The Wind Rises © Shion Miura, Shinchosha / Kansei University Track and Field Club Supporters Association
Takashi Sugiyama (Shindou), who gives off a gentle and gentle impression from his appearance, has a gentle personality that matches his appearance. The first time the members of Chikuseisou went out for an early morning run, the atmosphere was gloomy, but Shindou said with a smile, "But it kind of reminds me of club activities." Also, when Kurahara Haseru (Kakeru) called Hirata Akihiro (Nicochan) an "old man," Shindou quietly remarked, "25 isn't old."
The voice actor for Shindou in the anime version is Kouki Uchiyama.
Source: Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru © Shion Miura, Shinchosha/Kansei University Track and Field Club Supporters Association
Kouki Uchiyama voiced Takashi Sugiyama (Shindou) in the anime "Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru." He previously played the roles of Tsukishima Kei in the anime "Haikyu!!" and Yuri Plisetsky in "Yuri!!! on ICE."
Sugiyama Takashi (Child Prodigy), Summary!
Source: "Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru" © Shion Miura, Shinchosha / Kansei University Track and Field Club Supporters Association
This article, based primarily on the anime and manga, introduces Takashi Sugiyama (Prodigy), the fifth section runner from "Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru." Prodigy is a gentle, caring, and kind-hearted character. This prodigy is an indispensable presence at Chikusei-so. Shindou, who used to walk mountain paths, seems to have good athletic ability and also likes running. Be sure to keep an eye on this prodigy's exploits. Thank you for reading to the end.
