Characters

Kenshin's arch-nemesis who later becomes a comrade, the leader of the Oniwabanshu. A wielder of kodachi dual-wield style, a calm and deeply sentimental ninja warrior.

An organization that impersonates the Sekihōtai to commit crimes and views Sagara Sanosuke as an enemy.

Employee of the Aoiya and practitioner of Oniwabanshu-style kenpo like Kurojo. Like Kurojo, as a martial artist of the Oniwabanshu, opposes Shishio's faction while cooperating with Kenshin and his allies.

Former hidden Christian and Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu practitioner, young pirate leader who leads the isolated islanders as the reincarnation of Amakusa Shirou.

A girl who works at the beef hot pot shop 'Akabeko' and is a good confidante for Myojin Yahiko. She has a timid and slightly weak-willed personality, but later marries Yahiko.

Former Shinsengumi squad member known as 'Udo the Manslayer', a dangerous swordsman. A thrill killer who continually slays people, becoming a powerful enemy to the protagonist Himura Kenshin.

The town police chief who trusts and cooperates with Kenshin and his group. He has built good relationships with Kenshin and other main characters.

A legendary fisherman who appears in Japanese folktales. Known from the story of Otohime and the Dragon Palace, he was invited to the Dragon Palace for helping a turtle and experienced a world where the flow of time is different. He does not appear directly in 'Rurouni Kenshin', but is sometimes mentioned as background material or a reference to Japanese culture.

One of the Kenkaku Heiki unit leaders, a serious and highly loyal swordsman who commanded the Kabuto penal colony assault. He has a calm and composed personality and is trusted even by Shōkun.

Sanosuke's younger sister who is dependable but strong-willed.

A corrupt businessman who deals in a new type of opium and lurks in the shadows, serving as an antagonist in 'Rurouni Kenshin'.

Ace player in his second year at Ryonan High School, boasting one of the best skills in high school basketball. Features a versatile playstyle and calm judgment.

Eldest daughter of the Miyagi family and the family's mood maker. A good understanding person for her younger brother Ryota, and an existence that warmly supports the family.

Second-year manager of the Shohoku High School basketball team and Miyagi's classmate. A straightforward and dependable person who speaks her mind without hesitation, even to Sakuragi Hanamichi. Skilled in calligraphy, she supports the team by writing and posting motivational goals in the gymnasium.

A member of the Sakuragi Gang, seems like a delinquent but is a character with a strong personality. Has a characteristic beard.

A character that serves as the alter ego of SLAM DUNK author Takehiko Inoue, responsible for explaining basketball terms and rules. Primarily appears in a deformed, chibi-like appearance and fulfills the role of providing commentary and supplementary notes to the work.

Shoyo High School basketball club's third-year student, leader figure serving as captain and player-coach.

Renowned coach of Sannoh Industrial High School who led the team to three consecutive Interhigh victories. A calm commander who accurately reads the flow of the game and devises strategies with an eye on growth in the coming years.

A first-year student at Shohoku High School who begins as a basketball novice but rapidly grows through extraordinary physical abilities and passion. A hot-blooded young man dedicating his youth to basketball.

Younger sister of Takenori Akagi and manager of the Shohoku High School basketball team. Also known as the love interest of the protagonist Hanamichi Sakuragi.

A third-year genius shooter at Shohoku High School who was once a delinquent but returned as a player overflowing with enthusiasm.

Shohoku High School's ace player and a cool genius basketball high school freshman. Excels in scoring and is a leader for the team.

Ryota Miyagi's mother, a kind woman who lost her husband and eldest son in an accident. She has raised her children single-handedly.

Center of Kainan High School's basketball team. A capable player similar to Akagi with a technical playing style.