Gyomei Himejima

The Strongest Stone Hashira

A blind giant who uses Stone Breathing, the strongest Stone Hashira. As one of the Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps, he achieves great feats in battle.

Quotes

  • Know the weight of your own life. Fight to protect it.
  • The beads are the foundation of the heart, do not forget.
  • Face the demons not with fear, but with kindness.
  • The Hashira are the shield and sword of the Demon Slayer Corps.
  • The heart that does not give up is the source of strength.

Trivia

  • Although blind, he has senses that surpass others for spatial recognition.
  • He has a past of training at a temple.
  • Stone Breathing is a unique style of breathing technique.
  • He always holds prayer beads in hand for mental focus.
  • Voice actor Tomokazu Sugita is highly supported by fans.

Alternate names

Gyomei Stone Hashira Gyomei Great Stone Pillar

Tags

Stone Hashira Demon Slayer Corps Blind Resilient Kindness Traditional Techniques Warrior Demon Slayer Breathing Techniques

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
A warm day in spring

Appearance

Overall appearance
A blind man of extremely tall stature and powerful build. He has black hair streaked with white, and a sturdy physique is characteristic. He always clutches prayer beads.
Height
About 208cm
Weight
Secret
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Blind
  • Large build
  • Habit of clutching beads
  • Hair streaked with white
Iconic items
  • Prayer Beads
  • Stone Hashira's Haori
  • Nichirin Sword
  • Headcloth

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Despite his robust physique, he is extremely kind and compassionate. He values peace and life, warmly watching over those around him as a noble person. His beliefs are strong, and he is loyal to his comrades.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Brave
  • Humble
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Thoughtful
  • Strict with himself
Motto
Know the weight of life and fight to protect it
Talents
  • Abnormal physical strength
  • User of Stone Breathing
  • Spatial awareness
  • Mental focus
  • Instinctive combat ability
Skills
  • Stone Breathing, Sixth Form
  • Combat techniques through mental focus
  • Endurance for prolonged battles
  • Techniques using prayer beads
  • Anti-demon combat arts
Motivation
To protect family and comrades, and exterminate demons. To fulfill the mission of the Demon Slayer Corps.
Habits
He has a habit of clutching beads in his hand to achieve mental focus. His words are gentle but carry weight.
Favorite foods
Fruit, Sweets, Quiet meals
Favorite places
Mountain temple, Training ground, Quiet mountain forest
Favorite colors
Black, Stone color
Music
Silence
Disliked situations
Betrayal, Violence against the weak, Dishonesty

History

Backstory
Lost his parents in childhood and was taken into a temple. Despite being blind, he possesses a robust physique and through self-training became a user of Stone Breathing. Joined the Demon Slayer Corps and as a Hashira, slayed countless demons. His personality is gentle and merciful, but he fights without hesitation.
Debut date
February 15, 2016
Work title
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 32

Appointment as Stone Hashira

Significant event
Appointment as Stone Hashira
Description
Joins the Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps as the Stone Hashira. Demonstrates his presence at the Hashira meeting and gains the trust of his comrades.

Battle on the Mugen Train

Significant event
Battle on the Mugen Train
Description
In the Mugen Train arc, fights alongside Tanjiro and others against an Upper Rank demon.

Participation in the Final Battle

Significant event
Participation in the Final Battle
Description
Participates in the final battle against Muzan Kibutsuji, fighting with all his might.

Relationships

Shinobu Kocho

Ally

Cooperation as Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps

Demon Slayer Corps

Demon Slayer Corps: leader

Media appearances

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2016

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba TV Anime

Anime / Supporting

2019 TV series

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train

Movie / Supporting

Released in 2020

Voice cast and creators

Tomokazu Sugita

Voice actor
Tomokazu Sugita
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version

Erik Kimerer

Voice actor
Erik Kimerer
Language
English
Version or series
English dub

Koyoharu Gotouge

Creator name
Koyoharu Gotouge
Role
Original author

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Creator name
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Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Gyomei Himejima 1/8 Scale Figure

Item name
Gyomei Himejima 1/8 Scale Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Gyomei Himejima Model Prayer Beads Accessory

Item name
Gyomei Himejima Model Prayer Beads Accessory
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

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