The hugely popular anime "Free!" is a story of youth and bonds set in a high school swimming club. The main character, Nanase Haruka, is talented but has no interest in times or winning or losing; she just "loves water," and her good rival, Matsuoka Rin, aims to become an Olympic swimmer. Many other unique and charming characters appear, including other swimming club members Hazuki Nagisa, Tachibana Makoto, Ryugasaki Rei, and more. In this article, we will introduce 10 of the most famous quotes from these characters!
Famous Quotes Ranking 1: "I only swim free."
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Haruka Nanase's line. It's a classic quote, isn't it? In fact, this line was once chosen as the buzzword of the year! The main character, Haruka Nanase, just loves water. Although he has a talent for swimming, he has no interest in time or winning or losing, and insists that he only swims free. Haruka's swimming is artistic and genius, with a beauty that overwhelms the viewer.
Famous Quotes Ranking 2: "There is no talent that surpasses hard work"
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Matsuoka Rin's line. These are the words that the hardworking Rin said to the genius Haruka. Rin aims to be an Olympic swimmer and went to Australia to study swimming. Although she had some setbacks over there, after returning to Japan, she enrolled in Samezuka High School, a strong swimming school. She puts in even more effort and improves her swimming skills.
Famous Quotes Ranking 3: "If these four swim together, I feel like we can go anywhere."
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This is a line from Tachibana Makoto, a member of the Iwatobi High School swimming team. Makoto has a trauma about the ocean, but she wants to swim with the others, so she decides to go to the beach training camp. This line really shows the bond between the club members.
Famous Quotes Ranking ④ "It's not theory. It's not calculation. It's more freedom...!"
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These are the words of Ryugasaki Rei, who is also a member of the swimming club. Rei, who was originally a member of the track and field club, was not enthusiastic about joining the swimming club because he was a terrible swimmer. However, when he witnesses Haruka's swimming, he is moved by its beauty. This was the scene where Rei, who had been obsessed with calculations and theories, realized the freedom of swimming.
Famous Quotes Ranking 5: "I don't have all the theories in my head!"
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This is a line from Nagisa Hazuki. This was what she said while wearing Rei's glasses. This is one of the most famous scenes in the series. Nagisa is playful and cute, and he warms the hearts of those around him.
Famous Quotes Ranking ⑥ "Don't be satisfied with this! Let's all aim higher!"
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This is what Matsuokae, the manager of the swimming club, said. She is the fourth member of the swimming club and an indispensable member. She is proactive in coming up with practice menus, gathering information, and taking part in other activities.
Famous Quotes Ranking ⑦ "The important thing is to feel the water. With your skin, your eyes, and your heart. And don't doubt what you feel. Believe in yourself."
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This is a famous quote by Nanase Haruka. It's a typical quote from Haruka, who loves water. It is not easy to believe in what you feel without doubting it. That strength is reflected in the beauty of Haruka's swimming.
Famous Quotes Ranking 8 "It's not my father's dream. It's my dream now."
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This is a famous quote by Matsuoka Rin. Rin's father, who died early, dreamed of becoming an Olympic athlete. Rin tried to fulfill that dream for her father, but now it has become her own dream.
Famous Quotes Ranking 9: "I told you to stop worrying about other people and just think about yourself."
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This is another famous quote by Matsuoka Rin. This is what Aiichiro Nitori, a junior who respects Rin, said when he was worried about Rin.
Famous Quotes Ranking 10: "Show me that view again. I've forgotten what I saw."
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This is what Nanase Haru said to Matsuoka Rin. "The view from that time" that they saw during the medley relay when they were in swimming school. Haruka wanted to see it again.
A summary of the best quotes!
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That's it for the best quotes from the characters! There were a lot of wonderful quotes that touched my heart. A new anime series of "Free!" will start in July 2018. I'm looking forward to seeing them in action again!
