My Hero Academia Shirts: 10 Years of the Anime, Best Picks by Character

Ten years ago, in April 2016, Studio Bones premiered the first episode of My Hero Academia on Japanese TV. A decade, eight seasons, and 170 episodes later, the story of Izuku "Deku" Midoriya has become one of the defining anime of its generation. The main series wrapped its final season in December 2025, but 2026 has kept fans busy with a bonus TV special in May, a new OVA short in August, and a second season of the spin-off My Hero Academia: Vigilantes earlier in the year.

If you have been with Class 1-A since the entrance exam, this anniversary year is the perfect excuse to wear your fandom. Below, we break down the best My Hero Academia shirts and sweatshirts by character, plus a few styling tips so your anime merch looks as good at a coffee shop as it does at a convention.

A Quick Look Back: 10 Years of My Hero Academia

Kōhei Horikoshi's manga launched in Weekly Shōnen Jump in 2014 and ran for ten years before concluding in 2024. The anime adaptation, animated by Bones, debuted on April 3, 2016, and its eighth and final season aired from October 4 to December 13, 2025. Along the way the franchise picked up movies, OVAs, and the Vigilantes spin-off, which aired its first season in spring 2025 and its second from January to March 2026.

What keeps fans coming back is the cast. Almost every character has a quirk, a design, and a personal struggle you can relate to, which is exactly why character shirts from this series feel personal rather than generic.

The Best My Hero Academia Shirts by Character

Izuku "Deku" Midoriya: For the Underdogs

Deku is the quirkless kid who inherited One For All and never stopped scribbling notes about heroes. A Deku shirt is a statement that hard work matters. Our Deku Aesthetic Sweatshirt uses a clean, minimalist layout that works for everyday wear, and the matching Deku Aesthetic T-Shirt is the lighter option for layering.

Katsuki Bakugo: For the Hotheads With a Soft Side

Few anime characters have had a redemption arc as satisfying as Bakugo's. He started as the series' loudest bully and grew into a genuine hero and rival. The Bakugo Aesthetic Sweatshirt is a fan favorite for good reason: bold, explosive, and instantly recognizable to anyone who has watched the show.

Shoto Todoroki: For the Cool, Quiet Type

Half ice, half fire, and all composure. Todoroki's split color scheme makes for some of the most striking designs in anime merch. Grab the Shoto Aesthetic T-Shirt if you want a piece that reads as stylish even to people who have never seen the show.

The Trio: Deku, Bakugo, and Todoroki Together

Can't pick a favorite? The Shoto Kacchan Deku Sweatshirt puts the three central students of Class 1-A on one design. It is a great choice for longtime fans who see the series as the story of these three growing up together.

All Might and Eraser Head: For Fans of the Mentors

The teachers of U.A. High are just as beloved as the students. All Might is the Symbol of Peace whose smile carried an entire society, while Shota Aizawa, aka Eraser Head, is the sleepy, scarf-wrapped homeroom teacher who quietly cares more than anyone. The All Might Aesthetic Sweatshirt and the Eraserhead Aesthetic T-Shirt are perfect for fans who connect with the adults trying to do right by their students.

Dabi and Hawks: For the Plot-Twist Lovers

Some of the series' biggest reveals revolve around Dabi and Hawks, two characters who sit on opposite sides of the hero-villain line yet share a surprising amount of moral gray area. The Dabi Aesthetic Sweatshirt leans into the darker, moodier side of the fandom, a great pick for anyone who prefers villains with depth.

Want to see every design in one place? Browse our full Boku No Hero Academia collection, or explore more series in our Manga/Anime collection.

How to Style Anime Shirts Without Looking Like a Costume

• Let the graphic be the star. Pair a character tee with dark jeans or black chinos and keep everything else neutral.
• Layer for fall. Wear a sweatshirt over a collared shirt, or throw an open flannel or denim jacket over a printed tee.
• Match colors to the character. Green accessories for Deku, orange or black for Bakugo, red and white for Todoroki. It is a subtle nod fellow fans will notice.
• Size for the look you want. For a relaxed streetwear fit, consider going one size up on sweatshirts, and check the size chart on each product page first.
• Convention-ready, not costume-heavy. A character sweatshirt plus a simple accessory is often more comfortable than full cosplay for long days on the con floor.

Care Tips to Keep Your Prints Looking Fresh

Wash printed shirts inside out in cold water, skip the bleach, and tumble dry on low or hang dry. Avoid ironing directly over the print. These small habits help your favorite hero keep their colors for years.

Celebrate the Anniversary in Style

A decade in, My Hero Academia still feels like the series that taught a generation of anime fans what it means to go "Plus Ultra." Whether you are Team Deku, Team Bakugo, or secretly rooting for Dabi, there is a design that fits your favorite chapter of the story. Planning to give one as a holiday gift? We recommend ordering early and checking the delivery estimate at checkout.