Sajin Ushijima

Captain of the Gotei 13 10th Division, a powerful Shinigami with a beastly form

Captain of the Gotei 13 10th Division, a Shinigami with a beastly form who has a strong sense of justice and deep loyalty. Combines strength and mobility, serving as a guiding leader for the division.

Quotes

  • Thunder Beast arrives!
  • True strength is upholding one's beliefs.
  • Protecting comrades is my role.
  • Follow the beast's instincts.
  • Shatter the enemy like thunder.

Trivia

  • Sajin Ushijima's appearance features a lightning motif based on his epithet Thunder Beast.
  • One of the rare examples of a Shinigami with a beastly form.
  • Possesses an exceptionally tough body in the story, allowing quick recovery and return to battle even after serious injuries.
  • Usually tough and reticent, but actually has a gentle personality that cares for comrades.
  • Possesses unique Kidō techniques utilizing lightning and beastly form.
  • One of the senior members of the Gotei 13, with an early appointment as captain.

Alternate names

Ushijima Sajin Captain Ushijima Thunder Beast

Tags

Gotei 13 10th Division Captain Beast Form Tough Sense of Justice Loyalist Thunder Beast High Combat Ability Anime Character

Profile

Species
Shinigami (Beastman Type)
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A Shinigami with a beastly form and a muscular, large beastman-like physique. Possesses a body as hard as steel and bears the epithet of Thunder Beast.
Height
About 215cm
Weight
Not disclosed
Eye color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • Beastly appearance
  • Large beast ears
  • Sometimes enveloped in lightning
Iconic items
  • Unique captain's uniform
  • Gotei 13 10th Division captain badge
  • Armaments featuring Thunder Beast imagery

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Loyalty
Detailed personality
A personality with strong sense of justice and care for comrades, protects subordinates with a strong sense of responsibility by following his own beliefs. Blunt yet firm in his sense of duty.
Keywords
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Loyalty
  • Blunt
  • Sense of justice
  • Concerned for comrades
  • Brave
  • Composed
Motto
Protect comrades even if it means sacrificing oneself for justice
Talents
  • Immense stamina
  • Power to control lightning
  • Swift movements
  • Combat leadership ability
  • Steel-like defense
  • Excellent combat instincts
Skills
  • Basic Kidō techniques
  • Zanpakutō usage
  • Command and leadership ability
  • Reiatsu sensing
  • Close-quarters combat techniques
Motivation
Lead the Gotei 13 to protect a peaceful world
Habits
Speaks sparingly and demonstrates through actions. Sometimes envelops himself in lightning as needed.
Favorite foods
Salmon, Meat dishes, Grilled fish
Hobbies
Combat training, Division leadership
Favorite colors
Thunder color (yellow), Black
Disliked situations
Betrayal, Injustice

History

Backstory
Originally a Shinigami from a race with beastly forms, he bears the epithet Thunder Beast due to his overwhelming power and the intimidating presence of his beastly appearance. As captain of the Gotei 13 10th Division, he continues to protect his comrades with his tough body and lightning powers, adhering to his beliefs.
Debut date
August 7, 2001
Work title
BLEACH
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1 "Shinigami Subjugation Arc"

Appointment as Gotei 13 10th Division Captain

Significant event
Appointment as Gotei 13 10th Division Captain
Description
Sajin Ushijima was appointed captain of the Gotei 13 10th Division and began his distinguished service leading the division.

Battle with Hollows

Significant event
Battle with Hollows
Description
Used his beastly form and lightning powers to battle powerful Hollows and protect his allies.

Confrontation with Aizen

Significant event
Confrontation with Aizen
Description
Participated in the fierce battle against the formidable enemy Sōsuke Aizen and led his division.

Participation in Thousand-Year Blood War Arc

Significant event
Participation in Thousand-Year Blood War Arc
Description
Appeared in the Shinigami great war "Thousand-Year Blood War Arc" and fought for the survival of his race and the Gotei 13.

Relationships

Kisuke Urahara

Mentor

Receives support in technology and strategy through exchanges with Urahara.

Yoruichi Shihōin

Teammate

A comrade who fought together in the battle at the Soul King Palace.

Ichigo Kurosaki

Teammate

Frequently cooperates in the Human World to confront Hollow threats.

Gotei 13 10th Division

Gotei 13 10th Division: leader

Media appearances

BLEACH

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization began in 2001

BLEACH (Anime)

Anime / Supporting

TV anime broadcast began in 2004

Theatrical Edition BLEACH Hell Chapter

Movie / Supporting

2010

BLEACH: The 3rd Phantom

Game / Supporting

2010

Voice cast and creators

Takanori Sugao

Voice actor
Takanori Sugao
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Anime TV version / Theatrical version

Tsuyoshi Koyama

Voice actor
Tsuyoshi Koyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Anime TV version
Notes
Also voices Gerard of the Vandenreich

Tite Kubo

Creator name
Tite Kubo
Role
Original author

Tite Kubo

Creator name
Tite Kubo
Role
Character designer

Pierrot

Creator name
Pierrot
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Sajin Ushijima Figure

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Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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Item name
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Category
Apparel
Availability
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