Top 20 Main Characters of Haikyuu!
Haikyuu, the anime that transformed sport into a human epic
Haikyuu is a wonderful anomaly in the world of sports anime. Where other series rely on supernatural powers or impossible techniques, the work of Haruichi Furudate draws its strength from a simple and universal truth: the power of teamwork and the refusal to give up.
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From the first receives at Karasuno High School to the Olympic podiums, every character in this anime carries an emotional journey that goes far beyond the limits of a volleyball court. Immersive, funny, and moving, Haikyuu has created a gallery of unforgettable heroes whose collector figures are among the most sought-after in the entire anime universe. Here is the top 20 main Haikyuu characters who have marked generations of fans.
The top 20 essential Haikyuu characters
1. Shoyo Hinata
Shoyo Hinata is the emotional engine of all Haikyuu. This small spiker with blazing orange hair makes up for his short height with an incredible jump and movement speed that defies understanding. Unable to control his attacks precisely at the beginning of the series, he progresses through a will that nothing can weaken. Hinata does not play volleyball for glory: he plays because the court is the only place where he feels fully alive. His explosive joy, spectacular power-ups, and evolution from a messy player into a complete attacker make him the beating heart of an entire anime. As a collector figure, Hinata in a jumping pose, arm raised, sums up all the energy of the series.
2. Tobio Kageyama
Tobio Kageyama is the genius setter, the "King of the Court" whose absolute talent long hid a total inability to trust his teammates. After arriving at Karasuno following rejection by his former team, he gradually learns that true excellence in volleyball does not lie in individual domination but in collective elevation. His tense and complementary relationship with Hinata is the central duo of the entire anime: two opposite natures that come together to create something unique. The surgical precision of his sets, his steel-like gaze, and his evolution into a respectful leader make him one of the most complete characters in Haikyuu. His anime figure in a setting pose is an absolute classic.
3. Kei Tsukishima
Kei Tsukishima is the perfect contrast to the overflowing enthusiasm that defines most heroes in Haikyuu. This tall, sarcastic, and rational blocker fully accepts his lack of passion for volleyball, seeing it as one activity among others rather than a reason to live. And it is precisely this apparent detachment that makes his emotional arc so powerful: the moment Tsukishima realizes he can find something of his own in this sport, something that makes him truly want to fight, is one of the most cathartic moments in the entire series. His tactical intelligence at the net, his glasses, his bored expression, and his imposing height make him an instantly recognizable figure greatly appreciated by collectors.
4. Ryunosuke Tanaka
Ryunosuke Tanaka is Karasuno’s raw energy, the shaved-head player with a fierce smile who intimidates the opponent before the first serve even begins. An impulsive and fiery spiker, he makes up for a lack of subtlety with unshakable determination and a sense for crucial moments. His absolute loyalty to his team and his awkward but sincere love for Kiyoko Shimizu add a funny and endearing dimension to his character. Tanaka is the ideal teammate, the one you can count on in the tensest moments, and whose presence is enough to give an entire team momentum again. As Haikyuu goodies, his expressive face and contagious energy make him an essential piece.
5. Daichi Sawamura
Daichi Sawamura is Karasuno’s pillar captain, the man whose presence behind the team guarantees that nothing will fall without being picked up, both literally and figuratively. A libero at heart, an outstanding receiver, it is above all his calm leadership and absolute reliability that make him a central figure in the anime. Daichi does not seek the spotlight, he builds the foundation on which others can shine. His sense of responsibility, his ability to maintain group cohesion in moments of doubt, and his sincere love for volleyball make him one of the most respected captains in the entire Haikyuu universe. A Daichi figure inspires trust and serenity, two rare qualities in a collection.
6. Koushi Sugawara
Koushi Sugawara, known as Suga, is Karasuno’s vice-captain and substitute setter, a character whose emotional depth is inversely proportional to his playing time. Aware that Kageyama has surpassed him, he still chooses to stay and become the irreplaceable moral support of the entire team. His serenity, disarming smile, and unfailing generosity make him one of the most beloved characters among Haikyuu fans. When he steps onto the court, it is always at the right moment, always with the calm of someone who has nothing to prove but everything to offer. Suga as a collector figure embodies the generous heart every group deserves to have.
7. Toru Oikawa
Toru Oikawa is the magnificent rival, the genius setter from Aoba Johsai High School whose charisma and talent are matched only by his inability to accept his own limits. Handsome, popular, and brilliant, Oikawa hides behind his surface smile a painful obsession: surpassing Kageyama, his own disciple, who caught up to him much faster than he wanted. This wound to his pride consumes him and helps him grow at the same time, making him one of the most humanly complex characters in the anime. His devastating jump serve is a feared weapon throughout the championship. Oikawa collector figures are among the most popular in the entire Haikyuu universe, and for good reason.
8. Hajime Iwaizumi
Hajime Iwaizumi is Oikawa’s best friend, his shield, his anchor, and his right-hand man on the court since childhood. A wing spiker with fearsome power and reliability, Iwaizumi is the exact opposite of his teammate: where Oikawa charms and smiles, he is direct, rough, and straightforward. He is the only one capable of firmly putting Oikawa back in line when he gives in to his inner demons, and this special relationship is one of the most touching in the entire anime. His line, "You may not be the best, but you are the best setter I know," remains engraved in fans’ memories. As an anime figure, Iwaizumi radiates a quiet and loyal strength that speaks to every collector.
9. Kenma Kozume
Kenma Kozume is Nekoma’s brain, the discreet setter with bleached hair who analyzes every opponent with the coldness of a strategy game player. Not very athletic and not very expressive, he seems like the opposite of the traditional sports hero. And that is exactly what makes him so captivating: Kenma wins not with his body but with his mind, reading play patterns with almost supernatural sharpness. His deep friendship with Hinata, two radically different natures who recognize each other, is one of the most sincere bonds in the series. For fans of Haikyuu goodies, Kenma with his video game controller or in his match uniform is a collector figure with unique charm and high demand.
10. Kuroo Tetsurou
Kuroo Tetsurou is Nekoma’s captain, a tall blocker with almond-shaped eyes and messy hair who radiates a naturally irritating and irresistible confidence. A fearsome strategist at the net, he excels at provoking opponents in order to study and exploit them better. His friendly rivalry with Bokuto and his half-assumed mentor role with Tsukishima give him several endearing dimensions. Kuroo is the kind of character whose smug smile hides tactical intelligence and a sincere passion for volleyball that he passes on to everyone he meets. As a figure, his imposing silhouette at the net with his calculating gaze is a piece that commands attention in any collection display.
11. Koutarou Bokuto
Koutarou Bokuto is the most spectacular and unpredictable player in all of Haikyuu. A wing spiker ranked among the top five high school players in Japan, this powerhouse with spiky gray hair alternates between absolutely stunning peaks of play and comical depressive episodes whenever things do not go his way. But in moments of high pressure, when his team needs him, Bokuto becomes something almost inhuman. His relationship with his setter Akaashi is a perfect example of total symbiosis between two players. As a collector figure, Bokuto mid-attack, fiery gaze and raised arm, is one of the most dynamic and impressive pieces in the Haikyuu universe.
12. Keiji Akaashi
Keiji Akaashi is Fukurodani’s setter and the safeguard of an uncontrollable Bokuto, a mission that requires as much talent as patience. Calm, clear-headed, and gifted with exceptional game-reading intelligence, Akaashi is able to carry his star attacker to the highest level by anticipating his needs before he even expresses them. His apparent seriousness contrasts beautifully with the emotional chaos generated by Bokuto, creating a duo whose complementarity is as funny as it is effective. Akaashi is the perfect setter in the fullest sense of the term: the one who erases his own ego to magnify others. For fans of Haikyuu figures, the Bokuto and Akaashi duo is often the first essential purchase.
13. Tadashi Yamaguchi
Tadashi Yamaguchi is Tsukishima’s childhood friend and one of the most touching growth arcs in Haikyuu. Timid, freckled, and constantly in his best friend’s shadow at the beginning of the series, he secretly develops a highly effective float serve to find his own place on the team. His silent progress, inner doubts, and the moment when he finally takes his place as a specialist server with pride are among the most moving moments in the anime. Yamaguchi embodies quiet perseverance, the kind that makes no noise but changes the course of a match. His figure reminds us that heroes are not always the ones we notice first.
14. Nishinoya Yu
Nishinoya Yu is Karasuno’s libero, nicknamed "the Guardian Deity" for his ability to receive balls no one else can reach. Small, explosive, and loud like a marching band, he makes up for every missing centimeter with agility and enthusiasm that electrify the atmosphere as soon as he enters the game. His admiration for Asahi and his role as the emotional shield of the entire team make him an essential presence, both on the court and in people’s hearts. The receiving technique Rolling Thunder that he develops over the matches illustrates his instinctive genius for the game. As an anime figure, Nishinoya in a full acrobatic receive is a piece that immediately catches the eye.
15. Asahi Azumane
Asahi Azumane is Karasuno’s wing spiker, a powerhouse with an intimidating appearance who actually hides a disarming sensitivity and lack of self-confidence. This constant contrast between his imposing physique and inner fragility makes him a deeply endearing character. After a period of doubt that kept him away from the court, his return and ability to take on the role of the team’s ace are experienced by fans as a true emotional triumph. His extremely powerful spike, capable of breaking through any opposing defense, is matched only by the inner journey he had to go through to dare to use it. Asahi as a collector figure, in all his stature, inspires strength mixed with unexpected gentleness.
16. Wakatoshi Ushijima
Wakatoshi Ushijima is Shiratorizawa’s ace, ranked among the top three high school players in Japan, an opponent of almost supernatural power who embodies the absolute elite of high school volleyball. Impassive, focused, and completely without humor or boasting, Ushijima is a force of nature who strikes with his left hand with a violence that few defenses in the world can absorb. His sincere incomprehension toward the choices of characters like Oikawa or Hinata, who refuse easier paths, reveals a worldview that is both limited and coherent. Ushijima is the wall Karasuno must overcome in order to exist, and his image as a figure radiates absolutely striking cold power.
17. Semi Eita
Semi Eita is Shiratorizawa’s substitute setter, a character who lives with the frustration of having been overtaken by Shirabu in his team’s hierarchy. A passionate musician and versatile setter-attacker, he brings a different energy, more spontaneous and offensive, than the calmer play of his successor. His internal rivalry with Shirabu and his never-extinguished desire to prove his worth make him a secondary character with surprising emotional density. Semi represents everyone who fights in the shadows without ever giving up, aware that their time will come if their level remains strong. As Haikyuu goodies, Semi is the surprise collector piece that true fans of the series rush to get.
18. Lev Haiba
Lev Haiba is Nekoma’s great revelation, a Franco-Russian player with immense potential who discovers volleyball almost by chance and progresses at dizzying speed. Tall, enthusiastic, and disarmingly naive, he makes up for his inexperience with exceptional arm length and jumping ability that make him a naturally gifted blocker. His exchanges with Kenma and his sincere admiration for Hinata create funny and touching moments that lighten the atmosphere of the tensest matches. Lev is the symbol of raw potential built through work and humility. His anime figure, tall and smiling, is a piece full of life and optimism in any collection.
19. Satori Tendo
Satori Tendo is probably the strangest and most fascinating character in Shiratorizawa. A blocker with unsettling intuition, he practices the "Guess Block," a technique based not on technical reading of the game but on a kind of instinctive feeling that allows him to anticipate the opponent’s attack before it begins. Eccentric, provocative, and joyfully destabilizing, his personal story reveals a rejected child who found in this strange ability a form of revenge against the world. Tendo is the character who surprises, worries, and eventually touches us, a rare combination in sports anime. His collector figure with a catlike smile is one of the most original in the entire Haikyuu universe.
20. Kiyoko Shimizu
Kiyoko Shimizu is Karasuno’s manager, a discreet but fundamental presence in the team’s dynamic. Beautiful, serious, and not very talkative, she fulfills her role as logistical and moral support with flawless efficiency, rarely showing her emotions but always present at the right moment. Her sense of responsibility, loyalty to the club, and sincere respect for the players make her a central figure despite her distance from the court. The revelation of her past in volleyball and her decision to remain in the shadows by choice give her unexpected depth. As an anime figure, Kiyoko elegantly embodies the fact that great teams are also built far from the spotlight.
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