Itsuhito Sakaki is a major supporting character in Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out!, first introduced in the second volume. He is a 21-year-old third-year college student, celebrated for his handsome looks, athletic talents, and well-off family background. Often in the orbit of Shinichi Sakurai and Hana Uzaki, he serves as one of Shinichi's few friends and often acts as the catalyst who pushes Shinichi and Hana closer together. Despite his enviable traits, Sakaki prefers to keep a low profile, showing humility and a preference for solitude, making him an unusually grounded figure among his peers.
Handsome Face
Itsuhito Sakaki is widely considered a stunningly attractive young man, making him popular among female students. His good looks are an ever-noted feature in the series.
Casual College Style
He dresses simply yet stylishly, fitting in seamlessly with his peers despite his affluent background.
Humble Yet Outspoken
Despite his family's wealth and his own popularity, Sakaki remains humble and avoids flaunting his advantages.
However, he is not afraid to voice opinions that others might find hard to say, sometimes coming off as rather blunt.
Mischievous Matchmaker
He enjoys stirring up situations between Shinichi Sakurai and Hana Uzaki, relishing the fun of encouraging their relationship to develop. At the same time, he is capable of taking a neutral, mature stance when necessary.
Avoids Drama
Sakaki dislikes noisy gatherings or causing trouble for others, and will politely distance himself from those who bring unnecessary drama.
Lone Wolf Tendencies
Similar to Shinichi, he enjoys solitary activities like solo travel and camping.
Uninterested in Romance
While he encourages romance for others, Sakaki remains uninvolved in his own love life and seems indifferent to such matters.
Family Wealth
Sakaki comes from a wealthy family and even owns a vacation home, though he never brags about his status.
University Life
He is a third-year university student who has a reputation for skipping classes just enough to avoid failing. He spends much of his free time traveling alone or enjoying solo camping.
Athleticism
Sakaki is extremely athletic, able to excel in sports effortlessly, although he chooses not to join any official clubs.
Social Intelligence
He can handle social situations with ease, managing to win over groups or steer conversations, be it by bringing girls home from parties or calming heated disputes.
Shinichi Sakurai
Sakaki is one of the rare friends of Shinichi Sakurai, whom he calls "Saku." Despite often being critical, he genuinely cares for Shinichi and wants him to experience a fulfilling youth.
Hana Uzaki
He sees great potential in Hana Uzaki as a partner for Shinichi and frequently orchestrates scenarios to bring the two closer.
Ami Asai
Sakaki's role as an active meddler in the budding romance causes a friendly rivalry with Ami Asai, who prefers a more observational stance but ends up helping him regardless.
Other University Students
His actions, such as charming all the girls at a group party, sometimes land him in trouble with other student groups, though he manages to handle most situations smoothly.
Matchmaker and Instigator
Sakaki's first major arc involves discovering the dynamic between Shinichi and Hana and taking it upon himself to help them grow closer, often through direct interference or sly encouragement.
Facing Consequences
After a legendary group outing where Sakaki impresses every girl and inadvertently upsets a trio of male students, he finds himself challenged to a soccer match, which he wins handily. Nevertheless, the incident results in some trouble involving Shinichi and a hasty retreat.
Catalytic Confrontations
By the sixth volume, Sakaki becomes increasingly blunt and forceful, openly telling Hana that things could be resolved if she just confessed to Shinichi, eventually growing worn out by his meddling efforts.
Sakaki's character was originally created by the author to dispel any impression that Shinichi Sakurai was a complete loner.
He occasionally embarks on spontaneous trips, including solo journeys to Okinawa.
"You two would be fine if Uzaki confessed right now. It’d all be settled in an instant."
"Please just do whatever you want already… Wishing you all the happiness, really."
Despite his apparent coolness and laid-back nature, Sakaki is one of the show's most active behind-the-scenes influencers.
Ami Asai notes that Sakaki has become increasingly unfiltered over time, speaking more directly as his patience wears thin.
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