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. Starting in October 2024, the second season of the anime will begin airing. This article provides an in-depth explanation of Sae Itoshi, a character from Blue Lock. It includes details about his height, weight, abilities, past episodes, and images of his appearances in the anime.

What is the Anime "Blue Lock" Where Oliver Aiku 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 Oliver Aiku from "Blue Lock": Height, Birthday and More

Name: Oliver Aiku

Oliver Aiku is the captain of Japan's U-20 national team, known as the "Diamond Generation" for its exceptional defensive prowess and abundant talent. He plays as a center-back and is regarded as the key figure in the team’s defense. A mix of Swedish, German, and Japanese heritage, Aiku stands out for his technical skills, physical strength, and leadership as a defender, making him one of the most highly anticipated players set to represent Japan in the next generation of national soccer.

A young man distinguished by his odd eyes, Aiku serves as the center-back (CB) and captain of the U-20 Japan national team.

Birthday: June 30
Age: 19
Height: 6 ft 3 in (190 cm)
Hometown: Stockholm, Sweden
Blood Type: B
Favorite Food: Spicy ramen (Shin Ramen, Mōko Tanmen Nakamoto) — basically loves anything spicy
Least Favorite Food: Corn (it always gets stuck in his teeth)
Best Meal Companion: Salted squid (Ika no Shiokara)
What He Thinks Is His Weak Point: Loves gambling and craves unpredictable human relationships
Favorite Soccer Player: Virgil van Dijk
Favorite Season: Summer — because you get to see people in swimsuits
Favorite Manga: Orb: On the Movements of the Earth
Favorite Animal: Chicks (he feels relaxed watching lots of little chicks)
Favorite Entertainers: Currently into the comedy duo "New York"
Best School Subject: Physical Education
What Makes Him Happy: Feeling good (he'll self-censor the rest of the comment)
Ideal Type: Someone who won’t be too much trouble when breaking up
What He Would Do If He Received 100 Million Yen: Party extravagantly until the money runs out

Source: Blue Lock Official X

Who is Oliver Aiku's Voice Actor in the Blue Lock Anime?

Oliver Aiku's voice is provided by Satoshi Hino, a well-known voice actor who has played many popular characters, including Kyojuro Rengoku from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.

Satoshi Hino's Comments
Q1. Impressions of the series
When I first read the original manga, I was struck by how strong and unique each character's personality is, making the story shine with its distinct appeal. Not only does the series itself have a lot of charm, but I was also drawn to how each character has such a strong individuality. Despite that, they manage to grow as a team while staying true to their own beliefs, which was really compelling.

Q2. Impressions of the character and enthusiasm for the role
Oliver Aiku is the captain of Japan's U-20 national team. While he places great importance on team unity and cooperation, he also has this side of him that seeks to achieve his own ideal style of soccer. He’s a reliable leader but also has a selfish streak. Furthermore, Aiku exudes a mature, sensual charm, and I hope to bring that aspect of his character to life in my performance.

Oliver Aiku's Key Moments and Images from Various Episodes

■U-20 National Team Match
Oliver Aiku first appears during a meeting for the upcoming match between Japan's U-20 National Team and the players from Blue Lock. When his teammate Shuto Sendo nearly gets into a fight with Shidou, Aiku steps in to help and wrestles Shidou down as he charges at him. He also confronts Sae during the meeting, who speaks condescendingly, telling him, "Earn trust through your play.

Summary

Oliver Aiku is a character who makes his debut in the second season of the Blue Lock anime. As the captain of the U-20 team, he is highly trusted by his teammates, including Sae Itoshi, on the field. Off the field, he has a bit of a carefree side, which adds to his charm. Let's look forward to seeing his performance in Blue Lock!