Jinpachi Ego in Blue Lock: Complete Profile Guide
The hit manga "Blue Lock" was adapted into an anime in October 2022. In 2023, it became the top-selling manga in Japan, surpassing popular titles like One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen. This article provides an in-depth explanation of Jinpachi Ego, a character from Blue Lock. It includes details about their height, weight, abilities, past episodes, and images of their appearances in the anime.
What is the Anime "Blue Lock" Where Jinpachi Ego Appears?
"Blue Lock" (BLUELOCK) is a Japanese manga series written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura. It began serialization in Weekly Shonen Magazine (Kodansha) in issue 35 of 2018. In May 2021, it won the 45th Kodansha Manga Award in the shonen category.
Blue Lock is a facility designed to produce the ultimate egoist—a single forward chosen from 300 high school players to become the world's best striker, with the goal of leading Japan to victory in the World Cup. The story follows the strikers as they are thrown into a series of ruthless selection tests, each sharpening their skills while grappling with the harsh challenges presented by the unforgiving system.
Basic Information on Jinpachi Ego from "Blue Lock": Height, Birthday and More
Name:Jinpachi Ego
Jinpachi Ego is the sharp-tongued coach who holds full authority over the Blue Lock project. With the mission to create the world's best striker, he puts 300 high school students through grueling survival training. His biting, provocative remarks often irritate those around him. However, his skill as a coach is undeniable, with a talent for identifying players' unique traits and strengths.
Birthday: March 31
Age: 30
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Height: 6 ft 2 in (189 cm)
Foot Size: 11.2 in (28.5 cm)
Blood Type: AB
Dominant Foot: Right
Self-Perceived Strength: Only interested in soccer
Self-Perceived Weakness: Only interested in soccer
Favorite Foods: Cup yakisoba, instant noodles (banned during his active career because they’re “monster junk food” that make you gain weight)
Disliked Food: Protein (claims “delicious protein doesn’t exist”)
Best Side Dish for Rice: Crushed-up cup yakisoba as a seasoning
Hobby: Watching soccer (mainly European leagues)
Favorite Season: Anything but summer (it’s too hot to play soccer)
Favorite Music: Background sounds of a nighttime stream and insect chirping
Favorite Movie: Whiplash (“The chemistry is insane”)
Favorite Manga: Magical Taruruto-kun (a mind-blowing childhood experience)
Character Color: White
Favorite Celebrity: Hiromitsu Ochiai (regards him as a rational genius)
Favorite Animal: Bell cricket (loves its beautiful sound, though finds its appearance a bit creepy)
Favorite Brand: Blue Lock Merchandise Department (they sell all sorts of things)
Best Subjects: Physical Education, Psychology
Worst Subject: Art (has no interest in creating works)
Frequently Read Magazine: Chichi (subscribed regularly)
Quirk: Obsessed with people’s facial expressions (finds faces that “look troubled” highly amusing)
Most Joyful Event: Japan’s victory in the World Cup
Most Sorrowful Event: Losing his access to football
Ideal Partner Type: Someone who “does everything for him”
Last Valentine’s Chocolate Count: 0 (calls it “barren
Sleep Pattern: 4-4-2 hours (split sleep schedule)
First Place to Wash in the Bath: Crown of his head with hot water
Guilty Convenience Store Purchases: Always checks out new cup yakisoba or instant noodles
Kinoko or Takenoko: Kinoko (feels an odd connection to it)
Last Time He Cried: Can’t remember
What He’d Do on Earth’s Last Day: Watch what he considers Japan’s best national soccer match, currently the 2005 Confederations Cup game against Brazil
What He’d Do with 100 Million Yen: Invest in *Blue Lock* facilities
How He Spends His Days Off: Thinking about how to make Japanese soccer the best in the world
Source: Blue Lock Official Character Book, EGOIST BIBLE
Jinpachi Ego's Backstory in Blue Lock
Details of Ego's past and background are yet to be fully revealed, even in the original manga. In episode 5 of the anime, Ego mentions to Anri Teieri that during his active career, he was restricted from eating cup yakisoba and instant noodles due to dietary regulations. This hint suggests that he may have once been a soccer player.
The manga also reveals that Noel Noa referred to him as a former teammate over ten years ago, implying that Ego might have been on the same European soccer club as Noa in his early twenties.
Who is Jinpachi Ego's Voice Actor in the Blue Lock Anime?
The voice of Jinpachi Ego is provided by Hiroshi Kamiya, a renowned voice actor famous for his roles as Levi in Attack on Titan and Trafalgar Law in One Piece. A frequent recipient of the Seiyu Awards’ most-voted category, Kamiya is widely popular and highly respected in the industry.
Jinpachi Ego's Key Moments and Images from Various Episodes
Next, we will look back at Jinpachi Ego's key moments in each anime episode, along with images.
■First Selection
From the beginning, Ego plays an antagonistic role in the story. Addressing the 300 strikers gathered for Blue Lock, he gives an inspiring speech about his ambition to produce the world's most egotistical and revolutionary striker. Inspired by his presentation, Isagi was the first to take action, leading all 300 participants to join.
■Second Selection
In the first stage of the second selection, Aryu passed through as the second-ranked player, following Rin Itoshi. He then teamed up with Aoshi Tokimitsu, who ranked third, and faced off against Isagi, Bachira, and Nagi. Aryu dominated the aerial battle against Nagi with his jump and long reach, leading to a 5-2 victory. He picked up Bachira and moved on to the fourth stage.
Ego then continues to guide the players through each selection round, often in a harsh and abrasive tone, while conveying essential insights about what it truly takes to be a striker.
In the next match, Isagi and Nagi, who had joined forces with Barou and Chigiri, challenged Aryu's team again. With Bachira's passing skills and advice, Aryu's strengths became even more pronounced, and he started to control the game. However, Isagi’s team had improved as well, leading to a close match.
In the end, Aryu’s team won due to a stroke of luck. Rin then selected Isagi to join his team, and Aryu advanced to the third selection.
■Second Selection
In the second selection round, Ego's role is to communicate the qualities tested in each striker. In the first round, everyone was labeled as part of the lowest-ranked “Building Five,” which served to instill humility and foster a rebellious spirit. During a second-round match with Isagi and Rin’s team, he highlighted “luck” as the deciding factor, emphasizing that luck only favors those who are constantly prepared.
Third Selection
For the third round, teams that passed the second round faced off against world-class strikers. Concerns arose over the project’s budget, including recruitment costs and rewards per goal, with pressure from both the Japan Football Association and parents of the participants risking the project’s termination. Ego saw this challenge as an opportunity and devised a plan to take over the U-20 Japanese national team, shifting the selection process to form an elite squad to face the U-20 team.
What is the Relationship Between Ego and Anri Teieri?
While Ego and Anri may appear to be superior and subordinate, Ego is actually a coach hired by the Japan Football Association, and Anri is an employee of the organization, making them project partners. Anri manages Ego’s personal needs, such as cleaning and laundry, per Ego’s contract, which states he’s only responsible for soccer-related tasks. Though Anri occasionally complains about his lifestyle, she trusts his soccer expertise and acknowledges his talent.
Ego also mentions in the Blue Lock Character Book: EGOIST BIBLE that his ideal type is “someone who does everything,” suggesting a foundation of mutual trust.
Summary
Jinpachi Ego spearheads the Blue Lock project, dedicating himself to nurturing the most powerful egotistical striker in Japanese soccer. While his past remains a mystery, the manga reveals that he was once teammates with Noel Noa. Fans eagerly await to discover his true motivations and how he will bring the Blue Lock project to its climax.
Source : Anime Blue Lock Official