Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO)

A major supporting character from the anime Eureka Seven AO. {Gazelle (real name Jiro)] is the leader of a group of couriers on Iwato Jima. Though he starts as a smuggler, he becomes a key political figure fighting for Okinawan independence. He is known for his protective attitude toward the protagonist, Ao. He is famously known for witnessing the Scub Burst alongside Han Juno in the first episode. A notable early moment for his crew is in Episode 3, where Gazelle, Han, and Pippo do a little caving while searching for items to scavenge on Iwato Jima. While he is the son of Kazuyuki Kinjo, Gazelle ([real name Jiro) actively defies his father's prejudice against Ao Fukai. In Episode 3, he famously stands up to his father and the local villagers to rescue Ao, choosing to help the next generation rather than follow the island's hateful traditions.

"I didn't realize Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO)'s real name was Jiro until later in the series; he is such a loyal friend to Ao."

"I was watching a clip where Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO) witnesses a Scub Burst with Han Juno."

"I just saw the Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO) clip where Gazelle (real name Jiro) stands up to his father to protect Ao.

"In Episode 1, Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO) witnesses a Scub Burst, which changed his life forever."

"Man, I love the dynamic between the couriers: that scene where Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO), Han, and Pippo do a little caving shows how close they are."

"I was watching a clip of Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO) where he, Han Juno and Pippo do a little caving to find parts for their business."

"I loved the part in Episode 3 where Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO) stood up to his father and his friends to save Ao; it really showed he has a good heart."

Gazelle (Eureka Seven AO) by IwatoJimaCourier February 19, 2026