Ahoge (アホゲ) - is a Japanese term that means "idiotic hair (hairstyle)" or "hair (hairstyle) of an idiot." It is a lock of hair that protrudes from the character's head in anime or manga, usually near the top of the head. Ahoge has a distinctive chaotic, random style and often bends or touches various points.
Приклад Ahoge / Ахоге (на зображенні Арарагі Койомі)
Ahoge is used to emphasize certain traits of a character. This is usually done to highlight the character's foolishness, failures, or helplessness, reflecting their comedic or clumsy side. Sometimes it can also indicate the character's mood, for example, when it stands upright, it may signify surprise or excitement.
Ahoge is a typical attribute for characters in anime and manga in the comedy and parody genres. It is one of many visual cues used to express the traits and personalities of characters in Japanese pop culture.
