: Homeroom teacher Yukari Tanizaki makes a memorable entrance after stealing a student's bike to get to school on time. Her competitive and often reckless nature is immediately established.
: Kiyohiko Azuma , who later created the critically acclaimed Yotsuba&! . Director : Hiroshi Nishikiori. Azumanga Daioh (Dub) Episode 1
: The tall, athletic, and intimidating Sakaki is introduced. While she appears cool and distant, she secretly harbors an obsession with cute things—especially cats—though they frequently bite her instead of letting her pet them. English Dub Reception : Homeroom teacher Yukari Tanizaki makes a memorable