Noshiro
Noshiro is a shipgirl from Kantai Collection representing the second light cruiser of the Agano class. Introduced initially as an event clear reward and later added to Large-Ship Construction, she serves as a dependable, highly competent light cruiser. Known for her diligent nature, she frequently acts as a dedicated balance against the members of her class while taking her duties seriously on and off the battlefield.
Overview
Noshiro is a shipgirl from Kantai Collection representing the second light cruiser of the Agano class. Introduced initially as an event clear reward and later added to Large-Ship Construction, she serves as a dependable, highly competent light cruiser. Known for her diligent nature, she frequently acts as a dedicated balance against the members of her class while taking her duties seriously on and off the battlefield.
Appearance
She features reddish-brown hair styled in thick twin braids with swept bangs, paired with blue-green eyes. Her outfit consists of a sleeveless serafuku revealing her midriff, paired with a dark blue necktie, white gloves, a black belt, and a red pleated skirt. Her legwear is asymmetrical, featuring a single thighhigh stocking held by a garter strap on her left leg, alongside rudder-shaped footwear. Her battle gear includes a ship's bridge and foremast mounted on her back, twin 15.2cm gun mounts operated via a joystick, an anti-aircraft gun on her right boot, and a flight deck attached to her left boot. She also possesses a swimsuit design wearing a black bikini and carrying a beach volleyball.
Personality
Noshiro is an earnest, elite-minded individual who approaches her duties with meticulous devotion. She often acts as the responsible caretaker for her more relaxed older sister, earning a reputation for being remarkably dependable. Although her interactions can initially seem businesslike, she possesses an innocent and slightly airheaded side. Once closer ties are formed, her caring nature extends warmly toward her commander as well.
Abilities
Even prior to modernization, Noshiro boasts high base endurance and armor values that rival heavier cruiser classes, alongside extra equipment capacity compared to standard light cruisers. While consuming slightly more resources during resupply, her design incorporates superior combat attributes and versatility.
Background
Noshiro joins the fleet as the second vessel of the Agano class. Designed with elements reflecting the flagship Yamato—due to her historical service in the Kurita Fleet—she maintains a distinct command-oriented presence. Within the base, she regularly steps in to handle secretary tasks and occasionally prepares her signature curry for others.
Relationships
She is closely tied to her older sister Agano, frequently looking after her despite Agano's lighthearted habit of shirking responsibilities. She is also the elder sister to Yahagi and Sakawa. Furthermore, she shares a visual motif with Yamato, inspired by their historical association within the same fleet command structure.
Trivia
Her name originates from the Noshiro River in Akita Prefecture. In-universe details highlight her culinary use of Akitakomachi rice when preparing meals. Her ship name was later inherited by multiple generations of destroyers and frigates in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
