Touta Matsuda

Detective serving as comic relief

Detective of the Japanese Task Force, serving as the comic relief in the series. Prone to ditzy remarks and mistakes, but has a strong sense of justice and good athletic ability.

Quotes

  • I was honest when I said I got into the police through connections.
  • I like trendy things but hate steady effort.
  • I'm good at walking on my hands.
  • I tackle missions with a sense of justice.
  • I think being manager兼surveillance officer is my true calling.

Trivia

  • Rarely called by surname; often referred to as 'Touta'.
  • Beloved for his comic relief role.
  • Exceptional marksmanship, shines in key story scenes.
  • Live-action movie version has some differing character portrayals.
  • Ultimately had his name written in the Death Note and committed suicide with a smile.
  • Despite his comic role, helps comrades in crucial moments.

Alternate names

Touta Matsuda Taro Matsui

Tags

DEATH-NOTE Touta Matsuda Japanese Task Force Detective Comic Relief Kira Case Investigator Police Officer Anime Character Manga Character

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
December 14
Birth year
1978

Appearance

Overall appearance
Young detective of average build, 174 cm tall. Rich facial expressions give a comical impression.
Height
Approximately 174cm
Weight
59kg
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Slightly slender face
  • Expressive face
  • Comical gestures
Iconic items
  • Detective uniform
  • Handgun
  • Police ID

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Cheerful
Detailed personality
Tends to make light jokes and quips, with many foolish behaviors, but at heart is serious, strongly justice-oriented, and caring toward comrades. Sometimes acts on impulse, but is deeply sentimental and athletically versatile, such as being able to walk on hands.
Keywords
  • Comical
  • Sense of Justice
  • Light Jokes
  • Loyal to Comrades
  • Goofy
  • Good Athletic Ability
  • Passionate
  • Reckless
Talents
  • Athletic Ability
  • Gun Shooting
  • Quick Response
  • People Observation
  • Stamina
Skills
  • Shooting
  • Undercover Surveillance
  • Interrogation
  • Information Gathering
  • Crisis Avoidance
Motivation
To solve the Kira case for the sake of justice and protect comrades and society's safety.
Habits
Often lightens the mood with light jokes or ditzy remarks. Acts vigorously when excited.
Favorite foods
Trendy Items, Sweets
Hobbies
Sports, Motorcycles, Games, Drinking Parties
Favorite places
Japan, Investigation Sites
Favorite colors
Blue, Black

History

Backstory
Though he mocks himself for entering the police force through connections, he becomes involved in the Kira case with his innate sense of justice and excels. Due to his comical personality, he often makes light remarks and blunders on the scene, but is beloved by his comrades. Midway through the investigation, he serves as Misa's surveillance officer兼manager, frequently saving comrades from crises with his exceptional marksmanship and passion, demonstrating growth. In later movie works, as director of the Death Note Countermeasures Headquarters, he contributes to sealing the 10-year-old incident. He meets his end with his name written in the Death Note, committing suicide with a smile, but his role is highly evaluated.
Debut date
October 1, 2003
Work title
DEATH NOTE
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Appears around chapter 3

Kira Case Pursuit

Significant event
Kira Case Pursuit
Description
As a member of the Japanese Task Force, involved in the Kira case, overcame the deaths of comrades and fought desperately.

Appointment as Misa's Surveillance Role

Significant event
Appointment as Misa's Surveillance Role
Description
Acted as Misa's manager兼surveillance officer, holding the key to the case.

Yotsuba Incident Participation

Significant event
Yotsuba Incident Participation
Description
Exposed the Yotsuba Group's corruption and contributed to the investigation pursuing Kira's involvement.

Death Note Countermeasures HQ Director in Movie Version

Significant event
Death Note Countermeasures HQ Director in Movie Version
Description
Contributed to sealing the Kira incident from 10 years prior, resisted Kira himself but lost his life.

Relationships

Soichiro Yagami

Mentor

Admired and respected Soichiro, fought desperately to support him.

Misa Amane

Teammate

Closely involved as surveillance兼manager for Misa, the second Kira.

Kanzo Mogi

Teammate

Comrade in the task force, surveilled Misa and Matsuda together.

Shuichi Aizawa

Best friend

Like a mismatched comedy duo, they banter with each other but share deep trust.

Hideki Ide

Teammate

Member of the task force, tackled the Kira case alongside Matsuda and others.

Japanese Task Force

Japanese Task Force: unknown

Media appearances

DEATH NOTE

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2003

DEATH NOTE TV Anime Version

Anime / Supporting

2006 TV Series

DEATH NOTE Live-Action Movie Version

Movie / Supporting

2006, 2008

DEATH NOTE TV Drama Version

Drama / Supporting

2015 TV Asahi Series

DEATH NOTE Spin-off Games, etc.

Game / Supporting

Appears in multiple works

Voice cast and creators

Rei Naito

Voice actor
Rei Naito
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Sota Aoyama

Voice actor
Sota Aoyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Live-Action Movie Version

Takeshi Matsubara

Voice actor
Takeshi Matsubara
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Stage Version

Koki Maeda

Voice actor
Koki Maeda
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Drama Version

Tsugumi Ohba

Creator name
Tsugumi Ohba
Role
Original author

Takeshi Obata

Creator name
Takeshi Obata
Role
Character designer

Takeshi Obata

Creator name
Takeshi Obata
Role
Illustrator

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Touta Matsuda Figure

Item name
Touta Matsuda Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

DEATH NOTE Shueisha Goods

Item name
DEATH NOTE Shueisha Goods
Category
Stationery
Availability
Regular