Hotaru Haganesuka

Demon Slayer Corps Swordsmith

Swordsmith of the Demon Slayer Corps, a stubborn craftsman with excellent forging skills.

Quotes

  • A sword requires soul to be forged.
  • I don't cut corners on my swords.
  • This ain't the time for sweet talk, forge it.
  • I won't allow any compromises.
  • Get it together, blacksmithing is do-or-die.

Trivia

  • Also handles the bellows at the smithy.
  • Surprisingly has a caring side.
  • Made multiple adjustments to Tanjiro's sword.
  • Prioritizes sword quality above all.
  • Has more passionate scenes in the movie version.

Alternate names

Hotaru-san Swordsmith Haganesuka

Tags

Demon Slayer Corps Swordsmith Hotaru Haganesuka Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Artisan Stubborn Forging Technique

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged man with short hair and a somewhat stern expression, wearing traditional swordsmith attire.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Stern expression that looks stubborn
  • Thick hands typical of a blacksmith
Iconic items
  • Forging Hammer
  • Swordsmith Work Clothes
  • Bellows Bamboo

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Stubborn
Detailed personality
Strict and uncompromising personality, but caring toward comrades and honest. Proud of his obsession with and skill in sword forging. Calm but occasionally gets heated.
Keywords
  • Stubborn
  • Serious
  • Sincere
  • Artisan Temperament
  • Hot-blooded
Motto
There's no point if you don't forge the best sword.
Talents
  • Nichirin Sword Forging Technique
  • Metalworking
  • Blade Knowledge
Skills
  • Manufacturing High-Quality Nichirin Swords
  • Attention to Detail
  • Material Selection
Motivation
To create the best swords and support the Demon Slayer Corps.
Habits
Extremely strict about sword finishes. Sometimes harshly scolds if not satisfied.
Favorite foods
Sake, Yakitori
Hobbies
Blacksmithing Work, Drinking Sake
Disliked situations
Unsatisfactory Work, When Swords Can't Be Made Properly

History

Backstory
Member of a family lineage of swordsmiths for the Demon Slayer Corps passed down through generations. Has a strong obsession with sword performance and provides strict guidance to apprentices and Corps members.
Debut date
February 15, 2019
Work title
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 9

Forging Tanjiro's Sword

Significant event
Forging Tanjiro's Sword
Description
Forged protagonist Tanjiro Kamado's sword, becoming a pillar of support for mission success.

Performing Sword Maintenance

Significant event
Performing Sword Maintenance
Description
Handles post-mission sword repairs and inspections, supporting Corps members' battles.

Relationships

Tanjiro Kamado

Mentor

Forged his sword and supported Tanjiro's growth from the shadows.

Demon Slayer Corps

Demon Slayer Corps: unknown

Media appearances

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Manga / Supporting

2016–2020

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Anime / Supporting

2019 TV Anime

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

Movie / Supporting

2020

Voice cast and creators

Haruo Yamagishi

Voice actor
Haruo Yamagishi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Haruo Yamagishi

Voice actor
Haruo Yamagishi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical Version

Koyoharu Gotouge

Creator name
Koyoharu Gotouge
Role
Original author

Koyoharu Gotouge

Creator name
Koyoharu Gotouge
Role
Character designer

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

ufotable

Creator name
ufotable
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Hotaru Haganesuka Figure

Item name
Hotaru Haganesuka Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular