The father of the Nohara family in Akita, Northern Japan, and the household's only source of income. He met Misae at age 29, and after dating for roughly a year, they married. He is a caring father to his two children and, ultimately, a devoted husband. Although he is the family breadwinner, he hands over financial control to his wife, who exercises totalitarian authority over family spending. At 35, he is a stereotypical Japanese salaryman: he works eight-hour days, endures overcrowded trains, enjoys occasional nightlife, and gives every bit of his take-home pay to his wife each month. While his relationship with his family is generally positive, there is an abundance of recurring conflict. He and his wife bicker about many things, from the small amount of spending money he receives each month to whose turn it is to bathe the baby. Misae is also notorious for inflicting violence on Hiroshi whenever she gets very angry (usually when his gaze wanders to younger women). He often dreams of being a playboy while sleeping as an escape, though this is usually interrupted by some external stimulation. He enjoys a playful relationship with his children, but sometimes they are the source of his daily woes. He loves a cold beer after work and shares Shin-chan's appreciation for TV shows featuring young women in skimpy clothing, often getting too excited about it for Misae's liking. He will not hesitate to save his allowance for things he wants, but can be seen spending much of it to buy his family creature comforts. A running joke is made of the pungent odor of his feet, and his socks are often used as weapons by other family members.
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