- Voice Actor (CV)
- Kentarou Tomita
- Role
- Supporting
- Identity
- A high school competitive ballroom dancer who serves as both older brother and dance partner to Mako, and stands as a formidable rival that Tatara must overcome on his journey
Personality
Fiercely passionate and driven
Boldly self-assured and competitive
Bluntly straightforward in speech
Deeply protective of his sister
Gaju Akagi is one of the most electrifying presences in 'Welcome to the Ballroom,' renowned for his powerhouse Latin dance style that commands the floor with raw energy and precision. Early in the story, his relentless pursuit of greater strength leads him to seek a new partnership with Shizuku Hanaoka, temporarily leaving his sister Mako behind — a decision that sparks an intense rivalry with protagonist Tatara Fujita. Beneath his rough edges and short fuse lies an authentic love for dance and a genuinely warm heart, making him one of the series' most compelling and vibrant characters.