A collection of famous quotes by manga characters that color our works and illuminate our lives!
There used to be lots of stories about parents scolding kids for reading too many manga, but nowadays manga is recognized as a culture Japan can proudly present to the world.
And not only as a cultural product—words born from its profound stories and compelling characters can sometimes light the way in our lives.
So this time, we’re introducing memorable quotes from manga characters!
From lines that color the story to ones you might apply to real life, we’ve compiled a wide-ranging list you won’t want to miss!
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Color your creations and illuminate your life! A collection of famous quotes by manga characters (31–40)
Robin! I still haven’t heard it from your mouth! Say that you want to live!Monkey D. Luffy

A famous quote from One Piece.
In Water 7, Robin is taken away.
Hearing that she’s to be executed at Impel Down, Luffy and the others chase after her by sea train to Enies Lobby, reunite with her there, and that’s where this line is spoken.
It also touches on Robin’s past.
Robin had been working under Crocodile, but that was a cover, and before they knew it she had settled in on Luffy’s ship.
Don’t spout nonsense about whether you can do it or not!!Inosuke Hashibira

After being entrusted with the future of the Demon Slayer Corps by Kyojuro Rengoku, who was defeated by Akaza, Tanjiro and the others are left behind.
Overwhelmed by grief at losing Rengoku and by his own powerlessness, Tanjiro breaks down in tears and laments, “Someone like me… can I ever become like Rengoku…?” The following line is what Inosuke says when he sees Tanjiro like that: “It’s not about whether you can or can’t.
If someone has entrusted you with their will, then you just answer that trust.” It’s a famous quote that rallies their spirits.
In our everyday lives, we also have moments when we shrink back, thinking, “I don’t know if I can do it…” But seeing these words might give us the courage to take that first step.
I was happy to become the mother of a strong and gentle child.
https://www.tiktok.com/@mio.sakuma0225/video/7388855344493104385These words appear in a scene that depicts Ruka Rengoku’s sincere feelings for the children she raised.
They deeply convey the joy and pride of watching over one’s children.
The joy of raising children who possess both strength and kindness is not merely a record of growth, but a moment that symbolizes the bond between parent and child.
By staying close to children’s actions and emotional growth, and by sharing their feelings, it reminds us anew of the importance of love within the family.
The portrayal of the Rengoku family’s interactions and the gratitude and happiness felt by parents emerges naturally, presenting a heartwarming quote that shows a universally relatable vision of parent-child relationships.
A bright future will not come to a society that lacks vitality and humor.Sir Nighteye
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♫ Original Song – Tomijon – Tomijon
These are Sir Nighteye’s final words to Mirio Togata in the series “My Hero Academia,” which depicts the exploits of heroes.
As someone who fought alongside All Might, Sir Nighteye speaks from a unique perspective, expressing what kind of society heroes strive to protect.
He also confesses here that he had always interacted with Mirio in the hope that he would be All Might’s successor, and he acknowledges both Mirio’s humor and his capability.
It’s a message that conveys his hopes for the future: that Mirio will continue to protect a bright society without ever forgetting energy and humor.
But for my part, I prefer Miss Kaoru’s sweet, naive nonsense over such truths.Himura Kenshin
Set in early Meiji-era Japan, this line from Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story is spoken by Kenshin Himura to Kaoru Kamiya.
He frankly conveys his appreciation for the ideal of a “sword that gives life,” a noble sentiment that runs counter to the notion of the sword as a mere instrument of killing.
Because it’s Kenshin—who had wielded the sword as a weapon—expressing that admiration, it also conveys a sense of hope for a changing era.
Appearing early in the story, the line naturally makes you wonder how it will influence everything that follows.
You can’t truly feel regret unless you accept your defeat.Seishiro Nagi
@user2263325271008 #CapCutI cut corners, but this is my favorite Sei Shiro Nagi quote.
♪ Original song – Hanamakitaro – Hanamakitaro
Speaking of Seishiro Nagi, he’s a laid-back, loose, and seemingly unmotivated character.
The fact that he was called up to Blue Lock just six months after starting shows his high potential and real ability, but he never really seemed to be enjoying himself on the field.
However, after losing a match to the protagonist Isagi, he discovered how fun soccer can be.
This famous quote is something Nagi muttered to Barou, who was playing selfishly.
It shows just how significant that defeat was to someone like Nagi, who had never shown strong interest in anything, and how much it changed him.
I’m here to change my life. I’m here to become the best in the world. If I don’t beat someone stronger than me, nothing will change.Yoichi Isagi
@amatyua1 That quality from episode 1—I want to see the next part already!Blue LockSeiichi KiyoshiRyousuke Kira#BachiraMeguru#EgoJinpachi#Striker
♬ Original song – A man who wants to spread Blue Lock – Blue Rock
A fiery line that was also used in Isagi Yoichi’s character introduction PV when the anime adaptation was announced.
If you could say something like that in real life, every day would be a heart-pounding thrill! You can really feel Yoichi’s ironclad resolve as he stakes his entire soccer life on taking on the Blue Lock Project.
It might have been the exact moment I thought, “Ah, this is a soccer manga unlike anything before!” But looking back now, the scene where Bachira Meguru effortlessly steals the ball from him right after has also become one of the series’ iconic moments.
Don’t aim to make the right choice; make the path you chose the right one.Bachira Meguru
Spontaneous and innocent Bachira Meguru, unusually, seems to be troubled in this scene—though maybe he wasn’t actually worried after all? These words appear when he’s torn over which country’s team to choose in the “Neo Egoist League.” Rather than living passively by “just picking and leaving the rest to luck,” it feels like he’s telling us that what matters is the strong will to carve out the path you’ve chosen yourself.
Remember Bachira’s line the next time you have to make a choice.
No matter how much you knock on someone else’s heart, you can’t change another person. That’s why you always have to change yourself. There’s surely no other way to change a world that doesn’t go the way you want.Yoichi Isagi

This line was born as he struggled with his teammate Shouei Barou’s uncooperative play and tried to find a way to make Barou work within the team.
In a harsh environment where “once you lose, it’s over,” you can’t afford to be pessimistic no matter how unfavorable the situation.
It was also a scene that made readers happy to see Yoichi Isagi—who used to be a bit timid—gradually become more positive.
That mindset of “I have to change myself!” is something we can apply to our everyday lives as well.
I will lead Japan to win the U-20 World Cup.Yoichi Isagi

At first, the protagonist Yoichi Isagi lacked confidence in himself, but inside Blue Lock he awakened to his spatial awareness.
As he advanced through the selections and honed that talent, the U-20 Japan match arrived.
In that game, Isagi scored a direct shot that became the decisive blow for victory.
And in the subsequent hero interview, he declared these words.
It was the moment when someone who had considered himself ordinary compared to the other members stood on the side of the geniuses.
His confidence was incredibly cool to see!


