Bongo

Also known as ボンゴ (Bongo)

Hello, My Name (in English) is…

Bongo’s name is identical in both English and Japanese. It has no special meaning, other than seeming appropriate for a boy raised in the jungle’s of South America.

Distinguishing Features

This jungle-boy hero is recognizable by his three-pronged, backward hair sweep and distinctive bang curl.

Status: Primary Star (★★★)

As the star of his own series, Bongo is a Tarzan-like character based in the Amazon Jungle rather than deepest, darkest Africa. Raised by animals, and a descendant of the Incans, Bongo protects his jungle home from those who come seeking the treasures of his fore-fathers.

Notable Roles

Although his main appearance is in his own titular series, Bongo (1961), he has also been spotted in The Strange Boy (1961-62) as well as a cameo in Astro Boy (1952-68).

Manga Appearances

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1961

Bongo as “Bongo”
The Strange Boy

1965

Astro Boy (“Slippery Catfish in Imminent Danger”) as “Bongo, a Champion of Justice”

1967

Leo the Lion Cub (“The Black Panter’s Plot”) as “Bongo, king of the jungle”

1969

Gum Gum Punch (“Oshishi”) as “a member of the magic gum heroes”

1976

Black Jack (“Hospital”) as “the pianist”