不死川玄弥
Demon Slayer swordsman with a special constitution
Sanemi Shinazugawa's younger brother, a Demon Slayer who fights using a gun and demon powers.
Quotes
- I am my brother's younger brother. I can't lose.
- Even if a demon, I am me.
- No matter how tough, stand and face it.
- For my family, I fight.
- Don't give up until the very end.
Trivia
- A rare swordsman who suddenly uses demon powers in battle.
- Had a rocky relationship with brother Sanemi Shinazugawa in the past, but gradually reconciled.
- Gun-using style is a rare Demon Slayer Corps combat method.
- Name origin from Shinazugawa family tradition.
- Battle scene movements highly acclaimed in the anime.
Alternate names
玄弥
Genya
しなずがわ げんや
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
- Birthday
- unknown
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- A boy with black hair and a slightly stern expression. During battle, his demon powers may activate, sharpening his gaze.
- Height
- Approximately 170cm
- Weight
- Secret
- Eye color
- Black
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
-
- Short hair
- Eyes that change during combat
- Scarred face
- Iconic items
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- Gun
- Demon Slayer Corps uniform
- Claws empowered by demon power
- Black combat attire
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Hot-blooded
- Detailed personality
- Loyal with unyielding perseverance. Deeply family-oriented, possessing a passionate heart willing to risk his life for family and comrades. Appears rough but has a gentle side.
- Keywords
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- Hot-blooded
- Loyalty
- Family-oriented
- Impulsive
- Brave
- Fighting Spirit
- Motto
- Continue fighting to become stronger
- Talents
-
- Manifestation of demon powers due to unique physiology
- Gun handling
- High combat intuition
- Endurance
- Swift attacks
- Skills
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- Swordsmanship
- Control of demon powers
- Gun shooting accuracy
- Combat analysis
- Close-quarters combat
- Motivation
- To become strong in order to restore his sister to humanity and live up to the expectations of his brother Sanemi.
- Habits
- Rough in speech and behavior, but becomes taciturn in front of important people.
- Favorite foods
- Grilled fish, Rice, Miso soup
- Hobbies
- Weapon maintenance, Training
- Favorite colors
- Black, Red
- Disliked situations
- Betrayal, Showing weakness
- Disliked foods
- Sweet things, Bitter things
History
- Backstory
- Born as the younger brother of Sanemi Shinazugawa, faced brotherly conflicts and family tragedy from childhood. Influenced by demon powers due to his unique physiology, he resolves to fight in the Demon Slayer Corps wielding a gun and swordsmanship.
- Debut date
- February 15, 2016
- Work title
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Chapter 37
Joining the Demon Slayer Corps
- Significant event
- Joining the Demon Slayer Corps
- Description
- Follows his brother's back, volunteers for the Demon Slayer Corps, and undergoes training.
Awakening of Demon Powers
- Significant event
- Awakening of Demon Powers
- Description
- During battle, demon powers activate from his unique physiology, granting temporary enhancement.
Battle with Muzan
- Significant event
- Battle with Muzan
- Description
- In the final battle, fights Muzan Kibutsuji alongside comrades.
Relationships
Media appearances
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Manga / Protagonist
Serialization began in 2016
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Anime / Protagonist
2019 TV series
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train
Movie / Supporting
Released in 2020
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles
Game / Playable character
Released in 2021
Voice cast and creators
岡本信彦
- Voice actor
- 岡本信彦
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime version
- Notes
- Main voice
Johnny Yong Bosch
- Voice actor
- Johnny Yong Bosch
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- English dub version
吾峠呼世晴
- Creator name
- 吾峠呼世晴
- Role
- Original author
吾峠呼世晴
- Creator name
- 吾峠呼世晴
- Role
- Character designer
ufotable
- Creator name
- ufotable
- Role
- Animation studio
Related goods
Genya Shinazugawa Figure
- Item name
- Genya Shinazugawa Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Genya Shinazugawa T-Shirt
- Item name
- Genya Shinazugawa T-Shirt
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Limited