Summary
Over the course ofMy Hero Academia,fans have come up with numerous potential ships between characters. One of the most popular of these possible relationships consists ofDeku and Ochaco Uraraka. The pair undoubtedly have chemistry with one another, and have developed a strong and mutually encouraging bond over the many chapters of the manga and episodes of the series. From their first encounter, it was clear something would bloom between the two, but unfortunately,a canon romance has not yet been established.
Whether Deku and Ochaco wound up together in an official romantic relationship was unfortunately not confirmed with absolute certainty, much to the dismay of an eager fanbase. However, the most keen-eyed fans may have noticeda clue that may hint at a confirmation of this widely adored ship.
My Hero Academia’s finale, while not presenting any official confirmation, still offered Deku and Ochaco fans hope of something deeper between the two young heroes. This hypothesis is not just based on pure speculation but on actual manga panels.
Ochaco Wears Part of Deku’s Hero Gear in My Hero Academia’s Finale
This Subtle Hint Has Given Shippers Hope
Many fans were disappointed not to receive ironclad confirmation of their favorite couple’s existence, and now thatMy Hero Academia’smanga has drawn to a close as of July 16, 2025, it seems quite unlikely that the pair will have a chance of becoming confirmed as officially canon now. However, in a manga panel,Ochaco is pictured wearing part of Deku’s hero uniform. His easily recognizable respirator-style mask, a staple of his hero uniform, can be seen wrapped around Uraraka’s neck in two different panels, and it’s become part of her hero uniform.
Of course, Ochaco wearing a contraption that happened to belong to Deku is not absolute proof of their romantic involvement, but this is not the only meaningful hint that can be seen in the final chapter. In a double spread giving fans a quick glance at the remaining school years of U.A.’s Hero Course, Deku and Ochako are walking together, andshe is wearing his scarf, which is also an iconic part of Deku’s attire. While a small panel, the atmosphere is clearly romantic, and it’s enough to give fans of this couple hope that a deeper connection developed between the two heroes.
Ochaco Wearing Deku’s Scarf Hints at Their Relationship Status
The Adorable Clues Scattered in the Final Chapter Fit Horikoshi’s Style
Deku and Ochaco have always seemed to possess romantic feelings for one another, withOchaco’s crush even being confirmed. Their bond has always been very significant to both of them, providing much-needed encouragement and support in each other’s darkest moments. From day one, Ochaco nearly idolized Deku, striving to follow in his footsteps as a hero and professing her admiration for him to both others and even Deku himself. She thinks very highly of him, even when he doesn’t feel that way about himself, and lifts him up when he needs motivation.
Deku and Ochaco experience many moments in the series when other characters accuse them of being romantically involved or having crushes on one another, but they mostly uncontrollably blush and refuse to confirm or deny the claims either way. However, it is pretty evident that the adorable pair have at least some feelings for one another, and Ochaco eventually does admit her feelings towards Deku, even if he wasn’t around to hear it.
5 Most Romantic My Hero Academia Scenes Between Deku & Ochaco
My Hero Academia’s Deku and Ochaco are often adorably heartwarming together. Here are 5 of their best scenes together exemplifying their relationship.
Whether Romantic or Platonic, Deku and Ochaco’s Bond Is Important
Their Relationship Teaches Valuable Lessons on How To Encourage and Uplift Others
Deku’s feelings towards Ochaco have not been portrayed nearly as frequently inMy Hero Academiaas Ochaco’s love for him has been, but it is impossible to deny thathe cares for her deeply in some way. In the penultimate chapter of the manga, Deku notices that Ochako is hiding her grief for the death of Himiko Toga in the final battle, and he rushes to her side to console her, a moment that many fans hoped could end in a full confession (but it didn’t).
Still, this more sober, delicate hinting at their relationship in the final chapter suits Kohei Horikoshi’s style more. The author never wanted to make romance an important part of his series, and he often reminded his fans that his protagonists are, after all, kids, who are also way too busy dealing with world-ending threats.
What’s Next For My Hero Academia After The Manga’s End?
My Hero Academia’s manga may be over, but there are still plenty of ways for fans to get their fix of the hit superhero series in the future.
Deku and Ochaco May Never Be Officially Confirmed as a Canon Couple
Strong Hints in the Manga Suggest That the Lovable Pair Wound up Together in the End After All
Shockingly,only one official pairing, Gente and La Brava, wasconfirmed in the series' finale, leaving a number of other ships up in the air. At this point, viewers must draw their own conclusions based on evidence, and thankfully for Deku and Ochaco shippers, theproof seems to point heavily in their favor.
Whether Deku and Ochaco are really a couple or not,their relationship is important to the series either way, and their impact on one another’s lives has been monumental throughoutMy Hero Academia.Both characters became better heroes thanks to one another, and whether as romantic partners or as close friends, their bond provides an excellent model for how to support and encourage loved ones.
My Hero Academia
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Anime series My Hero Academia follows Izuku Midoriya, a boy born without superpowers in a world where most have them. Despite his lack of abilities, he enrolls in a prestigious hero academy, striving to learn the true essence of heroism and fulfill his dream of becoming a hero.
