Takayuki Tōdō is a tennis player featured in the "Ace o Nerae!" franchise. He serves as a romantic interest for the protagonist, Hiromi Oka. Coach Jin Munakata specifically advises Hiromi to avoid emotional distractions from Takayuki to safeguard her focus on tennis development. This situation fuels Hiromi's internal conflicts concerning her confidence and dedication to the sport. Takayuki Tōdō appears throughout the franchise, including the original manga, the television anime series "Ace wo Nerae!" and "Shin Ace wo Nerae!", the theatrical film, and the OVA sequels "Ace wo Nerae! 2" and "Ace wo Nerae! Final Stage". His presence consistently ties into Hiromi's emotional challenges and her growth as an athlete.