“Is it okay if I’ll enjoy this a bit more?”
PROFILE
Favourite food: unacha (a dish with eel carefully broiled in soy-based sauce), Räucheraal (smoked eel)
Favourite book: German-Japanese-German dictionary (to carry with him)
Preferred type of person: Trying not to think about it at the moment.
Preferred date spot: Zugspitze *1
Most wanted item: a mountain model kit
Things he’s bad at/with: being idle, colourful cakes
Skill outside tennis: woodworking, preparing fish for cooking
Routine during tournament: keeping a diary in German, watching foreign comedy-dramas.
DATA
Height: 179cm
Weight: 61kg
Aiming at the world with the Tezuka Zone that leads the ball to him, and Tezuka Phantom that sends them out.
(On picture: “Kunimitsu isn’t moving even one step?”)
Tezuka freely manipulates a superhuman skill that collects power to his left hand and doubles everything, the Hyakuren jitoku no kiwami.
(On picture: “Hyakuren jitoku no kiwami!?”)
Even in front of the world’s strongest, an unshakeable resolve!
Even in his position as the only Asian person in the team, Tezuka doesn’t waver. He finds joy in pushing forward on the path he believes in, as he has a firm objective in his heart.
Solemn and disciplined training keeps piling up during his days as Volk’s training partner. Obediently absorbing the pro’s advice, Tezuka’s evolution is solid.
(On pictures: “Yes.” “Thank you very much.”)
In the exhibition matches before the World Cup, Tezuka saw Fuji’s resolution right in front of his eyes. He looks forward to competing against him in the main tournament as friends and formidable enemies. *2
(On picture: ‘I was always waiting… for the real you.’ “Fuji, let’s meet in the main tournament…”)
At first, people made light of Tezuka (‘There’s an Asian in the reigning German team!´), but he’s now at a level where people are being vigilant of him. Tezuka’s merits are starting to be recognised in the world.
(On picture: “If you underestimate that Asian, you’re in for a painful experience.”)
Beyond the imagined future - the released challenger!
Personal Belongings Check by E. Siegfried: Travel Bag Edition - Japanese tea
“You have green tea? That Japanese guy, he dissolved strange green powder in water and drank it. I tasted it just out of curiosity, but… it was pretty good.”
Tenipedia - Bismark’s Edition!
It seems like Frankensteiner is teaching him German.
As the same middle schooler like Kunimitsu, they’ve become partners in language study. They seem to be getting along, but… what are those two silent people talking about?
Messages to Tezuka
“Kunimitsu’s real strength hasn’t bloomed yet. Don’t overlook training your lower body, and keep accumulating more experience.” (Volk)
“Getting to play with you in the exhibition match was lucky. I found out what I had been lacking.” (Atobe)
“I should create my own guidepost… You taught me that, Tezuka. You’re always one step ahead, but I’m going to surpass you.” (Fuji)
“Kunimitsu Tezuka, you will become a great asset for the Siegmund company. I’m expecting things of you.” (Pupke)
History of the prince
Well trained seeker of the way heads forward!!
Pass the baton and aim for professional!
Entrusted to become the “pillar” by Yamato, Tezuka sacrificed himself to lead Seigaku to national victory. Having completed everything he needed to do, he runs towards the dream held from his childhood.
(On picture: “Tezuka-kun… I’d like you to become the pillar of Seigaku tennis club.”)
(On picture: “How long have you guys been playing tennis! The racket is not for meant for hurting people!”)
Disappointed by the thoughtless senpai, Tezuka once thought of quitting the club. However, due to Yamato-buchou’s words, an awareness of being a pillar started to bud.
VS Atobe
(On picture: “Tezuka was willing to go for a long match on purpose!”)
In the first match of Kantou tournament, the two captains fight each other. Even when his weakness becomes visible, Tezuka does not retreat even one step.
(On picture: “Te… Tezuka!?”)
Close to the end of long-drawn battle, Tezuka’s shoulder reaches its limit and screams. Without a choice, Tezuka is forced to devote himself to medical treatment.
All sacrifices are for the sake of the promise made on that day!
Being face to face with his own self during the rehabilitation in Kyuushuu, a firm force of will is cultivated.
VS Sanada
In the first match of the decisive national finals, Tezuka plunges into an extreme head-on fight. Continuing to use his technique despite his hurting elbow, Tezuka fixated on Seigaku’s nationals victory even if it meant sacrificing his left arm.
(On picture: “The winner will be us Seigaku! And then Seigaku’s era will start once again!”)
He has chosen Germany - next for the blue flame
VS Kaidou
(On picture: “What’s wrong, Kaidou. Is this the extent of your tennis?”)
As a captain, Tezuka gives Kaidou, the Seigaku tennis club’s next leader, his last teachings.
To become stronger than anyone - chasing one’s dreams!
VS Yamato
(On picture: “I want you to fight only for yourself.”
(On picture: ‘That’s right. I’ve completed everything I needed to do.”)
Released from positions and obligations, as just one of the players Tezuka remembers the heart of enjoying tennis again.
Under the guidance of the strongest German team and professionals, Tezuka starts training from the beginning. It is the first step towards his dream.
(On picture: “Tezuka Kunimitsu… Seems like he came from Japan to here in order to become a professional.” “Oh, a professional! But such a boy as Volk’s training partner…”)
Tezuka is chosen to participate in the World Cup as a German representative. He doesn’t yet know that is the beginning of his stairway to becoming a professional.
VS Irie & Atobe
Who was once a worthy rival in a deadly match is now easily smashed. He shocks the Japanese team with that strength.
(On picture: “What is it, Atobe. How long are you going to stay on your knees?”)
