To Ashito Aoi after he opened his acceptance letterWell, it looks like football has snatched you for good... [1]
Noriko Aoi (
Appearance & Personality[]
Noriko is a middle aged women of average height and build. In her younger years, she had shoulder-length black hair with ends that protruded outwards, bangs that were held back with hair clips and she also wore green stud earrings. As a middle-aged woman, she is now seen with long black hair, hazel brown eyes, and red-rimmed glasses.
Noriko is a mysterious and reserved woman who rarely shows her vulnerability. Despite hardships, she built a life for herself and her family. Often she hesitated to buy sports gear for her kids and let them play in the tournaments, due to their financial issues. As a mother, Noriko wanted both of her sons to receive education, and she has been saving money for them separately over the years to cover their expenses, which went to their athletic careers. Although she has witnessed Ashito's failures more often than his successes, she supports him wholeheartedly, even if she finds his personality a bit extreme at times.
Noriko tends to come off as cold and distant, especially with her sons, though she is warm and enthusiastic with others, suggesting a complex dynamic within the Aoi family. One of Noriko's key beliefs is that children shouldn't be concerned about money, and she dislikes the idea of Ashito feeling the need to repay her financially for everything she has done for him.
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Anime Appearances[]
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Trivia[]
- Etymology: TBA
- She is left-handed, as shown when she writes with her left hand.
Quotes[]
- (To Ashito after he opened his acceptance letter)"Well, it looks like football has snatched you for good..."[1]
- (To her sons when little Ashito broke a vase)"The important things are said in person! So look me in the eyes when you talk! I hate those who try to avoid facing their responsibilities!"[2]
- (To herself, during the Funabashi match, when she saw Ashito get the red card)"There might be strength in being able to go forward even after one forgets about their supporters, but Ashito that isn't your strength, you are not able to be that way. I know this well."[3]
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