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Buzzer Beater (manga)
''Buzzer Beater'' (stylized as ''BUZZER BEATER'') is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Takehiko Inoue. The series debuted as a webcomic in 1996 and it was also serialized in Shueisha's '' Monthly Shōnen Jump'' shortly after its introduction on the web. An anime television series adaptation released in 2005, followed by a second season in 2007. Characters ; : *Jersey #:1 *Position: Point guard :An orphaned street kid and boisterous 15-year-old who survived on the streets by hustling adult basketball players with his phenomenal skills. He was selected to the Earth All-Star team because of his superhuman speed. Hideyoshi is prone to paralyzing migraines during practice or in games. It was later revealed by DT that he is growing horns because he is a half-Goran taken from the symptoms, and DT's self history. Hideyoshi wears a wristband made of unique elastic material found only on the planet Goru, the sole memento from his unknown parents. ;Cha-che : *Jersey # ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Science Fiction
Science fiction (sometimes shortened to Sci-Fi or SF) is a genre of speculative fiction which typically deals with imaginative and futuristic concepts such as advanced science and technology, space exploration, time travel, parallel universes, extraterrestrial life, sentient artificial intelligence, cybernetics, certain forms of immortality (like mind uploading), and the singularity. Science fiction predicted several existing inventions, such as the atomic bomb, robots, and borazon, whose names entirely match their fictional predecessors. In addition, science fiction might serve as an outlet to facilitate future scientific and technological innovations. Science fiction can trace its roots to ancient mythology. It is also related to fantasy, horror, and superhero fiction and contains many subgenres. Its exact definition has long been disputed among authors, critics, scholars, and readers. Science fiction, in literature, film, television, and other media, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sanae Kobayashi
is a Japanese voice actress formerly affiliated with Production Baobab, and now with Sigma Seven. She has voiced in a number of anime shows and films. Some of her major roles are Allen Walker in ''D.Gray-man'', Akira Toya in '' Hikaru no Go'', Asuka Tenjouin in '' Yu-Gi-Oh! GX'', Chris Thorndyke in '' Sonic X'', Natsumi Raimon in ''Inazuma Eleven'', and Satsuki Kitaoji in ''Strawberry 100%''. In more recent works, she voices Namie Yagiri in ''Durarara!!'', Reiko Natsume in ''Natsume's Book of Friends'', and Canon Memphis-Hazama in '' Fafner: Exodus''. In video games, she voices Gemini Sunrise in '' Sakura Wars New York NY'', Pai in ''.hack'', Popo and Nana in the '' Super Smash Bros.'' series, and Kat in ''Gravity Rush''. Filmography Anime Film Drama CD Video games Dubbing Live-action Animation References External links * * * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Kobayashi, Sanae 1980 births Living people Japanese video game actresses Japanese voice actresses Son ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ryūsei Nakao
, known by his stage name , is a Japanese actor, voice actor and singer from Tokyo. He is attached to 81 Produce and worked under the name of . He is married and has a son and a daughter. His voice tends to land him in the roles of characters with high-pitched voices and utterly sadistic personalities. As a voice actor, he is best known for his roles in ''Soreike! Anpanman'' (as Baikinman), '' Dragon Ball'' series (as Tambourine, Frieza, Cooler, Chilled and Frost), ''Touch'' (as Ishami Nishimura), '' Niko Niko Pun'' (as Porori), '' Do-Re-Mi-Fa Donuts'' (as Resshi), '' Hotch Potch Station'' (as Echikettojii-san), ''Moomin'' (as Sniff), '' Topo Gigio'' (as Topo Gigio), '' Bleach'' (as Mayuri Kurotsuchi), ''One Piece'' (as Caesar Clown), indigo and ''Beast King GoLion'' (as Takashi Shirogane) Filmography Television animation ;1960s *'' Uchū Patrol Hopper'' (1965) – Jun (first voice) *''Animal 1'' (1968) – Tomoharu Takeo, Tōichirō *'' Attack No. 1'' (1969) – Stude ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Small Forward
The small forward (SF), also known as the three or swingman, is one of the five positions in a regulation basketball game. Small forwards are typically shorter, quicker, and leaner than power forwards and centers but taller, larger, and stronger than either of the guard positions. They are strategic and are often relied upon to score, defend, create open lanes, and rebound for their team. The small forward is considered to be perhaps the most versatile of the five main basketball positions as they contribute offensively and defensively. In the NBA, small forwards generally range from 6' 5" (1.96 m) to 6' 10" (2.08 m); in the WNBA, they are usually between 6' 0" (1.83 m) to 6' 2" (1.88 m). This puts them at the average height of all professional basketball players because they are taller than the guards, but shorter than the power forward and center. Small forwards are responsible for scoring points and defending, and often are secondary or tertiary rebounders behind the p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yū Asakawa
is a Japanese Voice acting in Japan, voice actress from Tokyo, Japan. She also provides the voice samples for Crypton Future Media's Vocaloid character, Megurine Luka. Asakawa is currently a freelance voice actress and was previously attached to Arts Vision (as of October 1, 2014). She was previously married to fellow voice actor Showtaro Morikubo but the two are now divorced. She served as a co-host of an internet webshow Otaku Verse Zero with Patrick Macias, a previous editor-in-chief of Otaku USA. She is best known for her role as Rider (Fate/stay night), Rider and her various other incarnations of the character from the ''Fate/stay night'' franchise. Filmography Theatrical animation *''Cyber Team in Akihabara, Cyber Team in Akihabara: 2011 Summer Vacation'' (1999) as Tsugumi Higashijujo *''Azumanga Daioh, Azumanga Daioh: The Animation'' (2001) as Sakaki *''Hamtaro'' film series (2001–2004) as Tongari *''RahXephon: Pluralitas Concentio'' (2003) as Shinobu Miwa *''Mobile Su ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daisuke Fujita
is a common masculine Japanese given name. Possible writings Daisuke can be written using different kanji characters and can mean: *大輔, "big, assist" *大介, "big, mediate" *大祐, "big, bless" *大助, "big, help" *大典, "big, law/rule/ceremony" The name can also be written in hiragana or katakana. Manga artists *Daisuke Higuchi (樋口 大輔), a Japanese female manga artist best known for her work on ''Whistle!'' *Daisuke Igarashi (五十嵐大介), a Japanese manga artist known for his bold, detailed art style and innovative storytelling * Daisuke Moriyama (森山大輔), a Japanese manga artist best known for creating the ''Chrono Crusade'' series Sportspeople *, Japanese long jumper *, Japanese Paralympic swimmer *, Japanese water polo player *Daisuke Ikeshima (池島 大介), retired Japanese race walker *, Japanese golfer *, Japanese Paralympic swimmer *Daisuke Matsuzaka (松坂 大輔), Japanese professional baseball player who pitches for the Fukuoka SoftBank ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Center (basketball)
The center (C), or the centre, also known as the five or the pivot, is one of the five positions in a regulation basketball game. The center is normally the tallest player on the team, and often has a great deal of strength and body mass as well. In the NBA, the center is typically close to tall. They traditionally play close to the basket in the low post. Centers are valued for their ability to protect their own goal from high-percentage close attempts on defense, while scoring and rebounding with high efficiency on offense. In the 1950s and 1960s, George Mikan and Bill Russell were centerpieces of championship dynasties and defined early prototypical centers. With the addition of a three-point field goal for the 1979–80 season, however, NBA basketball gradually became more perimeter-oriented and saw the importance of the center position diminished. The most recent center to win an NBA Most Valuable Player Award was Nikola Jokić, winning the award twice following the 2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
George Nakata
is a Japanese actor, voice actor, and narrator who is affiliated with the Office Osawa agency. His major voice roles include Alucard in ''Hellsing'', Hijikata Toshizo in Golden Kamuy, Roy Revant in ''Solty Rei'', Giroro in '' Sgt. Frog'', Kirei Kotomine in ''Fate/stay night'', and the title character in '' Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo''. In video game franchises, he voices Ieyasu Tokugawa and Kenshin Uesugi in ''Samurai Warriors'' and ''Warriors Orochi'' series, Albert Wesker in the ''Resident Evil'' franchise, Sol Badguy in the ''Guilty Gear'' series since '' Guilty Gear 2: Overture'', Naobito Zen'in in '' Jujutsu Kaisen'' and Kazuya Mishima in the first, second and first Tag installments of the '' Tekken'' series. Biography Nakata studied at the Toho Gakuen College of Drama and Music. His first roles were for live-action works where his major characters portrayed included Sir Cowler in '' Choushinsei Flashman'' and Great Professor Bias in '' Choujuu Sentai Liveman' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jūrōta Kosugi
is a Japanese voice actor. His major roles include Arlong in ''One Piece'', Asuma Sarutobi in '' Naruto'', Akio Ohtori in '' Revolutionary Girl Utena'', Isamu Kenmochi in '' Kindaichi Case Files'', Big Zenki in ''Zenki,'' and Jotaro Kujo in '' JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (OVA)''. In video games, he provides the voice of Nobunaga Oda in the '' Samurai Warriors'' and '' Warriors Orochi'' series. He also provides the Japanese voice for Billy Blanks, David Duchovny, Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Luke Perry. He was also the first dub-over artist of Daniel Craig and Andy Lau in their early days. Filmography Anime Film Drama CDs Tokusatsu Video games Overseas dubbing References External links * Official agency profile * {{DEFAULTSORT:Kosugi, Jurota 1957 births Living people Japanese male video game actors Japanese male voice actors Male voice actors from Yokohama 20th-century Japanese male actors 21st-century Japanese male actors ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Power Forward (basketball)
The power forward (PF), also known as the four or strong forward, is a Basketball position, position in basketball. Power forwards play a role similar to center (basketball), centers. When on Offense (sports), offense, they typically play with their backs towards the basket. When on Defense (sport), defense, they typically position themselves under the basket in a zone defense or against the opposing power forward in man-to-man defense. The power forward position entails a variety of responsibilities, one of which is rebound (basketball), rebounding. Many power forwards are noted for their mid-range jump-shot, and several players have become very accurate from . Earlier, these skills were more typically exhibited in the European style of play. Some power forwards known as stretch fours, have since extended their shooting range to three-point field goals. In the NBA, power forwards usually range from 6' 7" (2.01 m) to 6' 10" (2.08 m) while in the WNBA, power forwards are usually b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tetsu Inada
is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Aoni Production. Biography Filmography Anime Films Video games Tokusatsu Dubbing Drama CDs References External linksOfficial agency profileTetsu Inadaat Ryu's Seiyuu Infos * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Inada, Tetsu 1972 births Living people Aoni Production voice actors Japanese male video game actors Japanese male voice actors Male voice actors from Tokyo Metropolis Voice actors from Hachiōji, Tokyo 20th-century Japanese male actors 21st-century Japanese male actors ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Slam Dunk (manga)
''Slam Dunk'' (stylized as ''SLAM DUNK'') is a Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Takehiko Inoue. It was serialized in Shueisha's ''shōnen'' manga magazine ''Weekly Shōnen Jump'' from October 1990 to June 1996, with the chapters collected into 31 ''tankōbon'' volumes. It tells the story of a basketball team from Shōhoku High School in the Shōnan area of Japan. The manga was adapted into an anime television series by Toei Animation which aired from October 1993 to March 1996 and has been broadcast worldwide, enjoying much popularity particularly in Japan, several other Asian countries and Europe. ''Slam Dunk'' has 170 million copies in circulation, making it the seventh best-selling manga series in history. In 1994, it received the 40th Shogakukan Manga Award for the ''shōnen'' category. In 2010, Inoue received special commendations from the Japan Basketball Association for helping popularize basketball in Japan. Plot Hanamichi Sakuragi is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
