Taro Misaki stands as a central figure in the Captain Tsubasa series, prominently featured in *Road to 2002* and other official media. His background, development, and football career unfold across multiple arcs. Born May 5, he is the son of landscape painter Ichiro Misaki. Frequent relocations due to his father's work hindered lasting childhood friendships. Before settling in Nankatsu, he played for Meiwa FC alongside Kojiro Hyuga, Takeshi Sawada, and Ken Wakashimazu, and later for Furano Elementary Soccer Club with Hikaru Matsuyama and Teppei Kisugi. His move to Nankatsu Elementary sparked the legendary "Golden Duo" partnership with Tsubasa Ozora. This dynamic began during a match against Shutetsu Elementary, where Misaki replaced an injured Ryo Ishizaki and instantly synergized with Tsubasa. Their collaboration secured the national elementary championship. Misaki then departed unexpectedly for France, avoiding farewells to escape emotional pain, though his friends later gifted him a signed ball. In France, Misaki trained informally with Paris Saint-Germain's junior youth section but refrained from joining any official club to focus on the All Japan Youth team. He reunited with Tsubasa during the International Junior Youth Tournament in France, facing rivals like Pierre. Returning to Japan for high school, he played for Nankatsu but lost three consecutive national tournaments to Hyuga's Toho Academy, winning only when Hyuga was absent. During World Youth arc events, Coach Gamo excluded him from the U-20 Japan team. Misaki embarked on a global journey to study football styles, rejoining the squad after defeating the R.J.7 challenge. He reconciled with his mother, Yumiko, and met his stepfather and half-sister Yoshiko. While saving Yoshiko from a bus accident, he sustained a severe left leg injury that jeopardized his career. Doctors limited his play to 30 minutes due to rehabilitation risks. Defying medical advice, he joined the World Youth final against Brazil, worsening his injury but delivering the critical assist for Tsubasa's winning goal. Post-recovery, Misaki aimed for France's Ligue 1 but first joined J-League's Jubilo Iwata (#38) to refine his skills. His debut against Urawa Reds showcased his recovery and adaptability. In the Golden-23 arc, he earned selection for Japan's U-22 Olympic team. Facing Nigeria's J.J. Ochado (who joined PSG over him), Ochado criticized Misaki's perceived lack of fighting spirit. Responding decisively, Misaki adjusted his playstyle, developed the S.S.S technique, and scored the decisive goal against Australia, securing Japan's Olympic qualification. At the Madrid Olympics, he scored the winning goal against Argentina in the classification stage. Before the quarter-finals, he and Tsubasa trained rigorously at Riazor Beach to perfect the "High-Speed Tornado Sky Alpha" combo. Utilizing Ishizaki's heel lift and cross, they executed this technique to score against Germany's Müller. Physically, Misaki evolved from 1.46 m (37 kg) in elementary school to 1.74 m (62 kg) by *Road to 2002*. Nicknamed "Field Artist" for his technical finesse, he is ambidextrous and excels as a midfielder (#11 for Japan). His techniques include the Picturesque Shot, Aerial Volley, Feinting Dribble, and combo moves like the All-Japan Twin Shot and Nankatsu Golden Duo with Tsubasa. Later developments include the Boomerang Shot and S.S.S. Personality-wise, Misaki is gentle, introverted, and academically gifted. His transient childhood fostered resilience and deep trust in his football skills, though he struggled with long-term relationships due to his parents' divorce. On the field, he often prioritizes assists over scoring and adapts collaboratively, as seen with Louis Napoleon. Despite his quiet demeanor, he demonstrates fierce resolve in challenges, overcoming Ochado's criticism or playing through severe injury.