Statements (1,220)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fictional_character
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:anime_series live-action films |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:anime_series live-action films |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
Live-action films
|
| gptkbp:affiliation |
gptkb:None
gptkb:none gptkb:Kenshin gptkb:Meiji_government Kenshin's group Kenshin-gumi |
| gptkbp:age |
gptkb:late_19th_century
gptkb:28 Late 20s 30s approximately 28 around 28 varies in series approximately 28 years old |
| gptkbp:age_during_meiji_restoration |
20s
approximately 30 |
| gptkbp:age_during_samurai_x |
around 28
|
| gptkbp:alias |
gptkb:Battousai
gptkb:Hitokiri_Battousai gptkb:Kenshin gptkb:Himura_Kenshin |
| gptkbp:alliance |
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya
gptkb:Shinsengumi |
| gptkbp:allies |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Aoshi_Shinomori gptkb:Misao_Makimachi gptkb:Megumi_Takani gptkb:Tae_Takemi Kenshin's friends |
| gptkbp:animation_studio |
gptkb:Kazuhiro_Furuhashi
|
| gptkbp:appearance |
Red hair
blue eyes red hair cross-shaped scar on his cheek red hair and a cross-shaped scar on his cheek scar on the left cheek |
| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:Samurai_X
gptkb:Samurai_X:_Reflection gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Trust_&_Betrayal gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Reflection gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Beginning gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Final gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_Ends gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_Kyoto gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Kyoto_Arc gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Arc gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Chronicles gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Chronicles_Tale gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Era gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Saga gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Story gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Tale gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Motion_Picture gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Movie Rurouni Kenshin video games |
| gptkbp:armament |
gptkb:sword
gptkb:reverse-blade_sword gptkb:Kusarigama Reverse-blade sword sakabatō |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Nobuhiro_Watsuki
|
| gptkbp:battle |
against Shishio
|
| gptkbp:birth_place |
gptkb:Japan
gptkb:Kamakura,_Japan |
| gptkbp:birth_year |
gptkb:Meiji_Era
1866 1868 Meiji era |
| gptkbp:born |
orphaned
|
| gptkbp:character_design |
gptkb:Nobuhiro_Watsuki
|
| gptkbp:character_development |
From assassin to protector
from assassin to protector |
| gptkbp:character_traits |
gptkb:Loyal
gptkb:Selfless Compassionate Determined Gentle Skilled fighter Strategic thinker |
| gptkbp:character_type |
gptkb:protagonist
gptkb:Samurai Anti-hero Wanderer wanderer |
| gptkbp:character_voice |
gptkb:Mayo_Suzukaze
gptkb:Mitsuki_Saiga |
| gptkbp:childhood_name |
gptkb:Shinta
|
| gptkbp:comic_series |
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin
|
| gptkbp:community_involvement |
adversity
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
government forces
Samurai vs. Westernization internal struggle with his past |
| gptkbp:country_of_origin |
gptkb:Japan
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Nobuhiro_Watsuki
|
| gptkbp:creator |
gptkb:Nobuhiro_Watsuki
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
iconic character
influenced other works symbol of redemption popular in cosplay Influenced anime and manga Influential character in anime icon of the Meiji era inspiration for stories about peace popular in Japanese pop culture |
| gptkbp:death_date |
not applicable
|
| gptkbp:death_year |
gptkb:unknown
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:artworks
a wanderer |
| gptkbp:enemy |
gptkb:Makoto_Shishio
gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro gptkb:Jin-e_Udo various antagonists Kurogasa |
| gptkbp:eye_color |
gptkb:Brown
brown |
| gptkbp:famous_event |
gptkb:Boshin_War
gptkb:Meiji_Restoration protecting the weak Kenshin's vow Kenshin's journey Kenshin's journey of redemption his encounters with various historical figures his role in the Rurouni Kenshin series defeating the last of the Hitokiri finding peace after battles meeting with the Meiji government reuniting with Kaoru Kenshin's battles against Shishio Kenshin's confrontation with Enishi Kenshin's legacy. Kenshin's relationship with Kaoru Kenshin's return to Tokyo Kenshin's training with Hiko Seijuro Battles against the Juppongatana |
| gptkbp:famous_for |
swordsmanship
protecting the innocent fighting against oppression His swordsmanship fighting against the Meiji government his vow never to kill again being a legendary assassin being a protector of the weak |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
“ I will never kill again.”
“ I will protect those who cannot protect themselves.” |
| gptkbp:famous_rival |
gptkb:Makoto_Shishio
gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Hajime_Saito gptkb:Shishio_Makoto gptkb:Himura_Kenshin gptkb:Kurogane gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro Kenshin's friends Kenshin's allies Kenshin's past self Kenshin's enemies Kenshin's family Kenshin's foes Kenshin's mentors Kenshin's past allies Kenshin's past enemies Kenshin's past family Kenshin's past foes Kenshin's past friends Kenshin's past mentors Kenshin's past rivals Kenshin's past students Kenshin's rivals Kenshin's students |
| gptkbp:fan_base |
large
large and dedicated global audience large following large international fanbase Large international fanbase |
| gptkbp:fandom |
Kenshin Himura fanbase
|
| gptkbp:features_villain |
gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro
|
| gptkbp:fighting_style |
gptkb:Kuzu-ryū_Senpū-ken
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū gptkb:Kuzu-ryū_Senjutsu Defensive highly skilled defensive swordsmanship Expert swordsman master swordsman expert swordsman |
| gptkbp:film_editing |
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Trust_&_Betrayal
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin Rurouni Kenshin anime |
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
gptkb:1994
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin_live-action_film Rurouni Kenshin anime Rurouni Kenshin manga |
| gptkbp:fought_against |
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto
gptkb:Saito_Hajime gptkb:oppression Oppression |
| gptkbp:friend |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Aoshi_Shinomori gptkb:Misao_Makimachi gptkb:Tsubame_Sanjou gptkb:Hajime_Saito gptkb:Kamatari_Honjo gptkb:Megumi_Takani |
| gptkbp:full_name |
gptkb:Kenshin_Himura
|
| gptkbp:gender |
gptkb:Male
male |
| gptkbp:goal |
Protect the innocent
protect the innocent atone for past sins Atone for past sins atone for his past sins atone for his past |
| gptkbp:hair_color |
gptkb:Red
gptkb:red |
| gptkbp:has_a |
scar on his cheek
|
| gptkbp:has_ability |
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū
swordsmanship |
| gptkbp:has_adaptation |
live-action films
|
| gptkbp:has_appearance |
gptkb:anime_series
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Reflection gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Beginning gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Final gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Trust_and_Betrayal gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_Ends Red Hair Red hair live-action films red hair scar on the cheek Cross-shaped scar on his cheek Red kimono Scar on cheek Scar on his cheek scar on his cheek |
| gptkbp:has_appearance_in |
gptkb:anime
gptkb:video_games gptkb:manga live-action films OVA adaptations |
| gptkbp:has_backstory |
Wanderer
former assassin Former assassin Assassin in the Bakumatsu Former assassin during the Bakumatsu |
| gptkbp:has_cameo |
gptkb:various_adaptations
Live-action adaptations |
| gptkbp:has_catchphrase |
“ I will never kill again.”
Oro? “ I will not kill” |
| gptkbp:has_child |
gptkb:Kenji_Himura
Kenshin's son |
| gptkbp:has_companion |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
Sano, Megumi, and others |
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Makoto_Shishio
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto gptkb:Kurogane gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro gptkb:government gptkb:Jin-e_Udo Government officials his past Internal struggle internal struggle government forces Government forces Personal demons his inner demons His past as an assassin Kenshin's inner demons Rurouni Kenshin antagonists The remnants of the Shinsengumi his past as an assassin internal conflict about his past |
| gptkbp:has_cultural_impact |
Japanese pop culture
|
| gptkbp:has_fan_base |
Anime Fans
Anime fans anime fans anime and manga fans manga readers Anime and manga fans |
| gptkbp:has_friend |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya gptkb:Tsubame gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Tomoe_Yukishiro gptkb:Saito_Hajime Sano Kenshin's friends Kenshin's allies with Saito Hajime |
| gptkbp:has_goal |
Protect the weak
Protect the innocent protect the innocent atone for past sins protecting others Atone for past sins atone for his past sins to find inner peace Atone for his past sins to never kill again |
| gptkbp:has_interest |
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya
gptkb:Kayo_Makimachi |
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
Influence on future generations
Inspiration for other characters Influence on anime and manga influence on future generations influence on shonen genre Influence on anime culture Influence on shōnen genre influence on later samurai stories |
| gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya gptkb:Tsubame gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Misao_Makimachi gptkb:Tomoe_Yukishiro gptkb:Saito_Hajime his past allies Kenshin-gumi members romantic relationship with Kaoru Kamiya |
| gptkbp:has_rival |
gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara
gptkb:Hajime_Saito gptkb:Shishio_Makoto gptkb:Saito_Hajime gptkb:Kurogane gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro |
| gptkbp:has_role |
Story arcs
the fight against the government |
| gptkbp:has_skill |
gptkb:martial_arts
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū gptkb:Hokushin_Itto-ryu Swordsmanship swordsmanship |
| gptkbp:has_theme |
gptkb:Redemption
gptkb:Peace gptkb:honor gptkb:friendship peace redemption forgiveness redemption and peace |
| gptkbp:has_weapon |
gptkb:sword
gptkb:Kusarigama Katana Reverse-blade sword |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:Meiji_Restoration
|
| gptkbp:historical_event |
gptkb:Assassin
|
| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
Cultural icon in Japan
|
| gptkbp:historical_period |
Meiji era
|
| gptkbp:hobby |
helping others
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Kenshin Himura
|
| gptkbp:influence |
anime and manga culture
|
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:video_game_character Japanese pop culture anime and manga martial arts enthusiasts cosplay community anime and manga genres action and historical fiction anime and manga characters |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
historical samurai
Real-life samurai real-life samurai |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:anime
gptkb:martial_arts gptkb:sword gptkb:Hero gptkb:culture gptkb:legendary_figure gptkb:Actor gptkb:protagonist gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:anti-hero gptkb:tragic_figure gptkb:cultural_phenomenon gptkb:Samurai Heroic figure Anti-hero Iconic character Symbol of redemption Romantic interest Beloved character Fictional hero Cinematic protagonist wanderer former assassin Action hero Cinematic hero Fictional anti-hero Anime protagonist Anime anti-hero Fictional samurai Fictional swordsman Manga anti-hero Manga protagonist Rurouni |
| gptkbp:is_acclaimed_for |
gptkb:Character_development
Fans worldwide |
| gptkbp:is_adept_at |
gptkb:martial_arts
Martial arts quick reflexes Strategic combat |
| gptkbp:is_adopted_by |
gptkb:Kenji_Himura
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya gptkb:Meiji_Restoration gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Trust_and_Betrayal gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin_franchise gptkb:The_Meiji_Restoration gptkb:The_Shinsengumi gptkb:Saito_Hajime gptkb:Megumi_Takani gptkb:Meiji_Era gptkb:Himura_Dojo gptkb:Kamisato_Shintaro gptkb:Kenshin's_Cross-shaped_Scar gptkb:The_Meiji_government gptkb:the_Tokyo_Metropolitan_Police gptkb:historical_fiction gptkb:Samurai sword fighting Meiji era the Meiji Restoration the fight for justice fighting for justice The fight for justice Kenshin's vow Kenshin's dojo Kenshin's journey Kenshin's Journey Kamisama Kenshin's Ideals Kenshin's journey of self-discovery Kenshin's vow of non-killing The Hiten Mitsurugi-ryū The concept of a wandering hero Themes of honor and sacrifice the Kamiya Dojo the Shinsengumi the swordsmanship of the past the Shishio Makoto arc |
| gptkbp:is_believed_to |
a legend
a legendary swordsman superhuman reflexes a wanderer A hero by some A legendary swordsman |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Fan_conventions
|
| gptkbp:is_challenged_by |
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto
gptkb:Kurogane gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro gptkb:Jin-e_Udo Moral dilemmas moral dilemmas various foes Powerful adversaries internal struggles Personal demons Various opponents Various antagonists various enemies Historical figures. Powerful foes Various foes Kenshin's past enemies Enemies from his past Mysterious enemies Mysterious foes Shishio's followers his enemies' strength the government forces |
| gptkbp:is_character_in |
gptkb:anime
gptkb:merchandise gptkb:web_series gptkb:anime_adaptation gptkb:fan_fiction gptkb:manga gptkb:Video_games gptkb:Fan_fiction gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Reflection gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Beginning gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Final gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Trust_and_Betrayal gptkb:spin-off_series gptkb:OVA gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_Ends gptkb:Spin-off_Series gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_New_Kyoto_Arc gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_Kyoto gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Chronicles gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi_Chronicles_History_Saga gptkb:The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_OVA gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_anime_series gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_audio_dramas gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_live-action_films gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_manga gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_novels gptkb:The_Rurouni_Kenshin_stage_plays Stage adaptations Light novels Cosplay Events Live-action films Live Action Films Live-action series Manga adaptations Stage Adaptations Crossover Events Anime films Video game adaptations OVA adaptations Fandom Discussions OVA Series The Legend of the Shinsengumi Chronicles The Legend of the Shinsengumi Chronicles Arc The Rurouni Kenshin adaptations The Rurouni Kenshin fan community The Rurouni Kenshin fandom The Rurouni Kenshin merchandise The Rurouni Kenshin spin-off series The Rurouni Kenshin video games The Legend of the Shinsengumi Chronicles History Tale Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning anime Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning manga |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
gptkb:Master_of_the_Hiten_Mitsurugi_style
gptkb:Resilience Emotional depth Strong friendships Red hair Calm demeanor Tragic past his quiet demeanor calm demeanor Complex personality Loyalty to friends Strong sense of justice Strategic thinker Calm under pressure Courage in battle Desire for peace Strong sense of honor Gentle demeanor red hair Ability to inspire others Willingness to sacrifice strong moral code Connection to the past Expert in martial arts Compassionate nature Strong moral code Ability to adapt Intense loyalty Ability to empathize Himura's vow to never kill again Scar on his cheek cross-shaped scar on his cheek his vow not to kill scar on his cheek his cross-shaped scar Ability to forgive Commitment to non-violence Mentorship to younger characters Struggle with inner demons |
| gptkbp:is_connected_to |
Themes of honor
Themes of loyalty Themes of peace The legacy of samurai. |
| gptkbp:is_driven_by |
gptkb:Redemption
guilt A sense of justice |
| gptkbp:is_famous_for |
Swordsmanship
|
| gptkbp:is_feared_by |
His enemies
|
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:anime
gptkb:video_games gptkb:anime_series gptkb:merchandise gptkb:anime_adaptation gptkb:Light_Novels gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin_OVAs gptkb:manga gptkb:Video_games gptkb:spin-off_series gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_of_the_Shinsengumi gptkb:novels Light novels Manga series Live-action films Fan art live-action films Anime Adaptations Anime adaptation light novels Video games based on the series OVA adaptations The Legend of the Shinsengumi Chronicles History Arc |
| gptkbp:is_friend_of |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Megumi_Takani |
| gptkbp:is_from |
gptkb:Meiji_era_Japan
gptkb:Japan gptkb:Meiji_Era gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin gptkb:Meiji_Era_Japan |
| gptkbp:is_in_love_with |
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
gptkb:historical_events
gptkb:Historical_events gptkb:The_Meiji_Restoration gptkb:Bushido gptkb:Bushido_Code gptkb:Japanese_culture gptkb:historical_figures Japanese history Historical Context his past experiences the Meiji Restoration Historical events of the time his experiences Historical events of the era his mentor His past actions His mentor, Hiko Seijuro His past as an assassin Historical events in Japan his love for Tomoe his mentor, Hiko Seijuro his past as an assassin the ideals of non-killing |
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
Anime and manga industry
Anime and manga history |
| gptkbp:is_inspired_by |
gptkb:historical_figure
gptkb:historical_figures real historical figures Desire to protect others Historical samurai his late wife His late wife Historical figure Himura Kenshin the ideals of peace |
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
gptkb:historical_events
gptkb:Historical_events gptkb:battle Romantic subplot Moral dilemmas Political intrigue Historical conflicts political conflicts Friendship dynamics Fighting for justice battles against antagonists Political conflicts Various battles Battles against evil various battles Romantic subplots Major battles Protecting the innocent Romantic Subplot romantic subplot Fights for justice Duel scenes Fighting against oppression Conflict with the government Meiji Restoration conflicts battles for justice Battles against enemies Battles against the Shinsengumi Battles against the government Battles for justice Conflicts with various antagonists Fights against corrupt officials Romantic subplot with Kaoru |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:Battousai
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū gptkb:Battōjutsu gptkb:Himura_Kenshin gptkb:Reverse_Blade_Sword gptkb:Reverse_blade_sword Speed and agility his speed Swordsmanship His strong sense of justice Courage and Honor Philosophical Themes Emotional Depth swordsmanship his strategic mind his humility his stoic demeanor his strong sense of justice his calm demeanor Signature moves protecting the innocent Iconic Quotes His iconic scar his tragic backstory His gentle demeanor His loyalty to friends Protecting the innocent Gentle demeanor His tragic past His journey of self-discovery His legendary status his loyalty to friends His strong sense of honor his iconic hairstyle his iconic look His iconic hairstyle his moral code his fighting style Iconic catchphrases fast reflexes his gentle demeanor His fighting style his role as a protector His internal struggles his quick reflexes His philosophical outlook Complex Character Development his vow never to kill again Reverse-blade sword Himura Kenshin's fighting style Himura Kenshin's reverse-blade sword His distinct fighting style His iconic red gi His iconic red hair His iconic red kimono His iconic scar on the cheek His pacifist philosophy His red kimono His reverse-blade sword His signature move, Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki His signature red kimono His vow never to kill again His vow not to kill His vow to never kill again Iconic Red Hair Legacy in Anime Non-lethal Fighting Style Non-lethal fighting style Signature Fighting Moves Swordsmanship skills his iconic fighting style his iconic red kimono his pacifist ideals his pacifist philosophy his philosophical outlook on life his red cross scar his scar on the cheek his speed in battle his vow not to kill his vow to never kill again using a reverse-blade sword Signature fighting stance His ability to sense danger His quick reflexes his pacifist ideology being a wandering swordsman the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryū |
| gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
gptkb:Redemption
gptkb:Peace peace redemption Desire for redemption desire for peace his past experiences protecting his friends guilt protecting his loved ones the desire for peace protecting the innocent Protecting the innocent Protecting his loved ones Desire for peace desire for redemption the hope for a better future Guilt over past actions atone for past sins the protection of the weak the desire to protect others the desire to protect his friends Atone for past sins Desire for a peaceful life Desire to atone Protecting those he loves Desire for atonement desire for atonement his love for Kaoru his love for others |
| gptkbp:is_often_accompanied_by |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara his friends Kenshin's allies |
| gptkbp:is_opposed_by |
gptkb:Makoto_Shishio
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Beginning
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Trust_and_Betrayal gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin_franchise gptkb:The_Meiji_Restoration gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_Ends gptkb:Shonen_Jump gptkb:Meiji_Era gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin_Franchise gptkb:historical_fiction gptkb:cultural_phenomenon gptkb:Cultural_Impact Japanese pop culture Manga series Cultural references Anime Conventions Anime Culture Cultural References a love triangle Cultural discussions Anime conventions Anime culture a love story Anime adaptations Crossover events Shonen genre Meiji era a historical narrative Anime films the Meiji Restoration A love triangle Kenshin's group Anime fandoms A larger narrative Anime history shōnen genre Rurouni Kenshin manga Rurouni Kenshin anime series Crossover events. Shonen Genre Rurouni Kenshin series Rurouni Kenshin manga series Rurouni Kenshin storyline Rurouni Kenshin universe Rurouni Kenshin: Trust & Betrayal storyline Shinsengumi Arc Shinsengumi Chronicles Shinsengumi Chronicles Saga Shinsengumi Chronicles storyline Shinsengumi storyline Team of fighters a redemption arc the Rurouni Kenshin franchise the Rurouni Kenshin narrative. the Rurouni Kenshin storyline the battle against Shishio. Rurouni Kenshin story arc Rurouni Kenshin: The Final storyline |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
anime community
|
| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
gptkb:anime_series
gptkb:merchandise gptkb:anime_adaptations gptkb:Video_games gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Kyoto_Inferno gptkb:Takeru_Satoh gptkb:Mitsuki_Takahata gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_Ends gptkb:Mitsuki_Tanimura gptkb:Miyuu_Sawai gptkb:tragic_figure Stage adaptations Manga series a tragic hero Live-action films Various voice actors heroic figure live-action films A protector of the innocent musical adaptations stage adaptations Anime adaptations a skilled fighter Anime films A tragic hero a wandering samurai multiple voice actors live-action adaptations a wanderer a skilled swordsman A skilled fighter a pacifist A wandering samurai A wandering swordsman Miyu Irino in anime Takeru Satoh in films Takeru Satoh in live-action films |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
gptkb:Hero
gptkb:cultural_icon iconic character Iconic character A classic anime character |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
audiences
critics Manga Readers his red hair Iconic character Fans worldwide His iconic scar Fans of anime Anime critics Kenshin's friends Fans of anime and manga Anime Critics his fighting spirit his distinctive clothing his dedication to his cause His cross-shaped scar People of Japan Scar on his cheek The people of Japan The people of Tokyo his iconic red kimono his scar on the cheek the people of Japan his scar his cross-shaped scar |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
gptkb:Character_development
his compassion Iconic status His moral dilemmas His character development his iconic look his fighting style His red hair His fighting style His philosophical outlook His unique swordsmanship his dedication to peace |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
gptkb:merchandise
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| gptkbp:is_respected_by |
his peers
other characters Other characters in the series His enemies Other characters His allies Other warriors the people he protects Allies and enemies alike Allies and foes Other swordsmen The Samurai community The people he protects |
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
gptkb:Meiji_era_Japan
gptkb:Meiji_Era gptkb:Meiji_Era_Japan Meiji era |
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
gptkb:Saito_Hajime
his allies his friends Kenshin's friends His mentor |
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
gptkb:Redemption
gptkb:Peace gptkb:Change peace redemption forgiveness Peaceful resolution Change and growth The struggle for peace peace and forgiveness Warrior's path |
| gptkbp:is_trained_in |
gptkb:martial_arts
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū Martial arts |
| gptkbp:is_wielded_by |
gptkb:reverse-blade_sword
|
| gptkbp:known_as |
gptkb:Battousai
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
his vow never to kill again
|
| gptkbp:last_appearance |
gptkb:Samurai_X:_Reflection
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Final |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Symbol of peace
influential in anime and manga influential in shonen genre influential character in anime and manga |
| gptkbp:main_theme |
redemption
“ Heart of Sword” |
| gptkbp:media_adaptations |
gptkb:anime_series
Stage plays Live-action films OVAs Video games series |
| gptkbp:mentor |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Hiko_Seijūrō gptkb:Hiko_Seijūrō_XIII gptkb:Kenshin_Himura gptkb:Hiko_Seijuro Kenshin's master |
| gptkbp:merchandise |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:clothing gptkb:posters gptkb:Video_games gptkb:figurines gptkb:novels Posters Action figures Art books art books anime DVDs artbooks |
| gptkbp:motif |
Peace vs. Violence
|
| gptkbp:motto |
Never kill again
|
| gptkbp:nationality |
gptkb:Japanese
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Battousai
|
| gptkbp:notable_abilities |
gptkb:Amakakeru_Ryu_no_Hirameki
gptkb:Kuzu_Ryu_Sen Swordsmanship reverse blade sword Hiten Mitsurugi techniques |
| gptkbp:notable_allies |
Kenshin's friends
|
| gptkbp:notable_appearance |
gptkb:Jump_Super_Stars
gptkb:Jump_Ultimate_Stars gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_The_Legend_Ends gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Meiji_Kenkaku_Romantan gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin:_Saito_Hajime's_Revenge |
| gptkbp:notable_battle |
gptkb:Battle_of_Hakodate
gptkb:Battle_of_Toba-Fushimi gptkb:Satsuma_Rebellion gptkb:Battle_of_Shimonoseki against Shishio Makoto against Enishi Yukishiro against Saito Hajime against Udo Jin-e against the Bandits against the Imperial Army against the Juppongatana against the Oniwabanshu. against the Shinsengumi battle against Enishi Yukishiro battle against Saito Hajime battle against Shishio battle against the Imperial Army battle against the Juppongatana vs. Aoshi Shinomori vs. Enishi Yukishiro vs. Hajime Saito vs. Shishio Makoto vs. Udo Jin-e vs. Enishi's men vs. Kamatari Honjō vs. Kurogane vs. Makoto Shishio vs. Saito Hajime vs. Shishio's Juppongatana vs. the government forces |
| gptkbp:notable_enemies |
Kenshin's foes
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:Battled_Shishio_Makoto
Faced moral dilemmas Became a symbol of peace Confronted his past Fought for justice Battled Enishi Yukishiro Became a legend in his time Confronted his inner demons Defended the Meiji government Developed a bond with his students Encountered the Oniwabanshu Established a dojo Fought against the Juppongatana Found peace with his past Gained the trust of the people Helped the poor and oppressed Influenced others to change their ways Learned the value of life Met with various historical figures Participated in the Boshin War Saved Kaoru Kamiya Struggled with his past as an assassin Trained under Hiko Seijūrō Witnessed the fall of the Tokugawa shogunate |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
gptkb:reverse-blade_sword
cross-shaped scar on his cheek |
| gptkbp:notable_locations |
gptkb:Tokyo
gptkb:Kyoto gptkb:Meiji_Japan Kenshin's dojo Kenshin's home village |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ I will never kill again.”
“ I am a wanderer.” “ I will protect those who cannot protect themselves.” “ The sword is a tool for protecting.” |
| gptkbp:notable_rivalry |
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto
|
| gptkbp:notable_story_arc |
gptkb:Kyoto_Arc
Kyoto arc |
| gptkbp:notable_technique |
gptkb:Amakakeru_Ryu_no_Hirameki
gptkb:Kuzu_Ryu_Sen |
| gptkbp:notable_themes |
gptkb:Redemption
|
| gptkbp:notable_villains |
gptkb:Makoto_Shishio
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro |
| gptkbp:occupation |
gptkb:sword
gptkb:Samurai Wanderer wanderer |
| gptkbp:origin |
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin
|
| gptkbp:personality_trait |
gptkb:suffragist
gptkb:Stoic gptkb:Selfless Determined Gentle Protective determined stoic Pacifism compassionate gentle Brooding selfless humble reserved |
| gptkbp:philosophy |
protecting life
|
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:Takeru_Satoh
gptkb:Mitsuki_Takahata gptkb:Kazuya_Kamenashi |
| gptkbp:portrayed_in |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:anime_adaptations Live-action films live-action films stage plays |
| gptkbp:premiere_episode |
gptkb:Shōnen
gptkb:action gptkb:drama Shonen historical shōnen Action, Adventure |
| gptkbp:primary_use |
atone for past sins
|
| gptkbp:protagonist |
gptkb:Rurouni_Kenshin
|
| gptkbp:real_name |
gptkb:Kenshin_Himura
|
| gptkbp:relationship |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya gptkb:Tsubame gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Tomoe_Yukishiro gptkb:Saito_Hajime gptkb:Enishi_Yukishiro gptkb:Hiko_Seijūrō_XIII gptkb:Sano_Makimachi gptkb:Megumi_Takani Kenshin's Master rival with Saito Hajime |
| gptkbp:relationship_with |
gptkb:Yahiko_Myojin
gptkb:Kaoru_Kamiya gptkb:Sanosuke_Sagara gptkb:Megumi_Takani |
| gptkbp:rival |
gptkb:Hajime_Saito
gptkb:Shishio_Makoto gptkb:Saito_Hajime gptkb:Himura_Kenshin |
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:protagonist
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Meiji_era_Japan
Meiji period Japan |
| gptkbp:signature |
gptkb:sword
gptkb:reverse-blade_sword gptkb:Kuzu_Ryu_Sen white kimono “ I will never kill again.” cross-shaped scar on his cheek |
| gptkbp:signature_move |
gptkb:Amakakeru_Ryu_no_Hirameki
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryu gptkb:Kuzu-ryūsen gptkb:Kuzu_Ryu_Sen Hiten Mitsurugi-ryū techniques Hiten Mitsurugi techniques |
| gptkbp:significant_event |
lost his first love
defended the weak Battled against the Shinsengumi became a wanderer fought against Enishi Yukishiro fought in the Boshin War met Tomoe Yukishiro sought redemption. took on the name ' Kenshin'. |
| gptkbp:skills |
gptkb:Hiten_Mitsurugi-ryū
Kenjutsu Swordsmanship swordsmanship sword fighting |
| gptkbp:struggles_with |
his past
|
| gptkbp:symbol |
red hair
Reverse-blade sword cross-shaped scar |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
redemption
|
| gptkbp:team |
Kenshin's group
|
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:friendship
love peace redemption forgiveness |
| gptkbp:time_period |
gptkb:Meiji_Era
Meiji era |
| gptkbp:traditional_clothing |
Traditional Japanese
|
| gptkbp:voice_actor |
gptkb:Richard_Cansino
gptkb:Mayo_Suzukaze gptkb:Kazuya_Nakai gptkb:Mitsuki_Saiga |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Yoshitaka_Amano
gptkb:Kazuya_Nakai |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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