Ushigoro

The stubborn carpenter who built BJ's house

The stubborn carpenter who built Black Jack's house, continues remodeling the house despite suffering from leukemia. He was exposed to the atomic bomb in Hiroshima during World War II.

Quotes

  • Until I return, I won't let anyone touch my house.
  • I won't lose to the young ones yet.
  • Stubbornness is also a form of aesthetics.

Trivia

  • Rare background as an atomic bomb survivor who lived in Hiroshima in the past.
  • Intense character with strong grit who continues working despite suffering from leukemia.
  • BJ's house is an important symbolic location in the story, fulfilling the role as its builder.

Alternate names

Ushigorou Carpenter Ushigoro

Tags

Black Jack Osamu Tezuka Medical Manga Carpenter Leukemia Atomic Bomb Survivor Stubborn

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Rugged build reflecting a strict attitude toward the young. Age-appropriate appearance, wearing traditional carpenter's work clothes.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Stubborn-looking face
  • Work clothes appearance
  • Elderly appearance affected by radiation exposure
Iconic items
  • Wooden mallet
  • Carpenter's tools
  • Work clothes

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Stubborn
Detailed personality
Extremely stubborn and strict with the young, but maintains passion and loyalty as a craftsman. Has the grit to continue remodeling BJ's house without giving up despite suffering from the serious illness leukemia.
Keywords
  • Stubborn
  • Loyalty
  • Craftsman's spirit
  • Enduring
  • Honest
Motto
Exert patience and endurance, and take pride in your work.
Talents
  • Carpentry skills
  • Understanding of architectural design
  • Endurance for physical labor
Skills
  • Woodworking techniques
  • Home renovation
  • Ensuring building durability
Motivation
To protect the BJ house he built himself and not let anyone touch it. To complete perfect work.
Habits
A hardworking person who continues working despite suffering from illness.

History

Backstory
During World War II, exposed to the atomic bomb in Hiroshima and developed atomic bomb disease. As a carpenter, built BJ (Black Jack)'s home, and regarded maintaining the house as his mission despite his stubbornness. Continued remodeling the house despite suffering from leukemia, showing strong attachment to the maintenance of BJ's house.
Work title
Black Jack
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
The Unfinished House

Exposure in Hiroshima

Significant event
Exposure in Hiroshima
Description
Exposed to the atomic bomb in Hiroshima during World War II, resulting in atomic bomb disease.

Construction of BJ's house

Significant event
Construction of BJ's house
Description
Built BJ's home with stubborn craftsman's spirit, and continued to devote himself to remodeling and maintenance afterward.

Onset of leukemia

Significant event
Onset of leukemia
Description
The story depicts his struggle to continue home construction despite suffering from severe leukemia.

Relationships

Black Jack

Ally

Built a trusting relationship as the carpenter of BJ's house. Entrusts leukemia treatment to BJ as well.

Media appearances

Black Jack

Manga / Supporting

Black Jack (TV Anime)

Anime / Supporting

Season 1 / Season 2

Voice cast and creators

Takeshi Aono

Voice actor
Takeshi Aono
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime

Masaji Sato

Voice actor
Masaji Sato
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Internet Anime

Osamu Tezuka

Creator name
Osamu Tezuka
Role
Original author

Osamu Tezuka

Creator name
Osamu Tezuka
Role
Character designer

Related goods