Tanjiro Kamado

Kind-hearted young charcoal seller

A kind-hearted boy who joins the Demon Slayer Corps to turn his demonized sister back into a human. He has an exceptionally keen sense of smell and can spot enemies' weaknesses in battle. He is family-oriented and possesses a strong sense of justice.

Quotes

  • Humans can be reborn countless times, each time becoming stronger.
  • Total Concentration, Constant!
  • Turning my sister back into a human—that resolve is everything to me.
  • I swear on the pride of a Demon Slayer, I will protect you!
  • There are no mysteries to victory, but there are mysteries to defeat.

Trivia

  • Tanjiro's training with Urokodaki served as a model for the other Hashira.
  • The protagonist's sense of smell is set to be unparalleled even among the Demon Slayer Corps.
  • His earrings were inherited from his grandfather.
  • The story is based on Taisho-era Japan.
  • Hinokami Kagura is a breathing technique based on dances from his ancestors.

Alternate names

Tanjiro Tanjiro Kamado (Kamado Tanjiro) Tanjiro Kamado tanjiro

Tags

Demon Slayer Tanjiro Kamado Demon Slayer Corps Taisho Era Hinokami Kagura Demons Battles Adventure

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birth year
Taisho Era

Appearance

Overall appearance
He has reddish eyes and hair, a mark appears on his forehead, and he wears an ichimatsu-patterned haori. His signature feature is hanafuda-style earrings with a sun motif. He carries a box made by Urokodaki on his back.
Height
約165cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Red
Distinguishing features
  • Mark on the left side of the forehead
  • Hanafuda-style earrings with the sun motif
  • Reddish hair color and eyes
Iconic items
  • Ichimatsu-patterned haori
  • Urokodaki's custom storage box
  • Nichirin Sword

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind-hearted
Detailed personality
Extremely kind-hearted, unable to be completely ruthless even toward demons, with deep love for his family and a strong sense of justice. He is sincere and compassionate, sometimes questioning the merciless ways of the Demon Slayer Corps.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Honest
  • Family-oriented
  • Strong sense of justice
  • Strong will
  • Flexible thinking
  • Kind-hearted
  • Sense of responsibility
Motto
For my family, I will definitely turn my sister back into a human
Talents
  • Exceptionally keen sense of smell
  • Intuitive combat ability
  • Observant eye for spotting weaknesses
  • Strong mental fortitude
  • Endurance from harsh training environments
Skills
  • Water Breathing
  • Hinokami Kagura (Sun Breathing)
  • Swordsmanship
  • Flexible tactical planning
  • Adaptability in combat
Motivation
To turn his demonized sister Nezuko back into a human, and to defeat Muzan Kibutsuji
Habits
Sometimes says or does things that are off due to being too earnest
Favorite foods
Mountain vegetable udon, Sweet foods (candy, dango, etc.)
Favorite places
Family's hometown, Urokodaki's place, Swordsmith Village
Disliked insects
Mosquitoes, Spiders
Disliked situations
The sorrow of losing family, Killings by demons

History

Backstory
In the Taisho Era, as the eldest son of a charcoal-selling family, he supported the household, but one night when he was away, his family was brutally killed by a demon, and his only surviving sister Nezuko was turned into a demon. Guided by Giyu Tomioka, he joins the Demon Slayer Corps and embarks on a journey to turn his sister back into a human. He trains under Sakonji Urokodaki, masters Water Breathing, and eventually wields the family-passed Hinokami Kagura (Flame Breathing) as sword techniques.
Debut date
February 15, 2016
Work title
Demon Slayer
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1 Cruelty

Family massacre and sister's demonization

Significant event
Family massacre and sister's demonization
Description
While Tanjiro is out selling charcoal, his family is attacked by a demon, and his sister becomes a demon and survives.

Joining Demon Slayer Corps and training

Significant event
Joining Demon Slayer Corps and training
Description
Introduced by Giyu Tomioka, he trains for 2 years under Urokodaki and masters Water Breathing.

Passing Final Selection

Significant event
Passing Final Selection
Description
He passes the Final Selection exam on Fujikasane Mountain and becomes a Demon Slayer.

Awakening Hinokami Kagura

Significant event
Awakening Hinokami Kagura
Description
During battles, he begins adapting the family Hinokami Kagura techniques into sword skills.

Infinity Castle Arc fierce battle

Significant event
Infinity Castle Arc fierce battle
Description
In the final battle with Muzan, he becomes the king of demons but is turned back into a human through his comrades' efforts.

Relationships

Nezuko Kamado

Sibling

Demonized sister. Tanjiro's lifelong protected existence and his fundamental motivation. The sibling bond is the driving force of the battles.

Giyu Tomioka

Mentor

First encountered Tanjiro and Nezuko and showed them the path to the Demon Slayer Corps.

Sakonji Urokodaki

Mentor

Trained Tanjiro rigorously for 2 years.

Zenitsu Agatsuma

Teammate

As同期, they acted together, helped each other, and overcame many battles.

Demon Slayer Corps

Demon Slayer Corps: unknown

Media appearances

Demon Slayer

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization started February 15, 2016

Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc

Anime / Protagonist

Aired on TV April-September 2019

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

Movie / Protagonist

Released October 16, 2020

Mugen Train Arc (TV re-edited version)

Anime / Protagonist

Aired on TV October-December 2021

Entertainment District Arc

Anime / Protagonist

Aired on TV December 2021-February 2022

Swordsmith Village Arc

Anime / Protagonist

Aired on TV April-June 2023

Hashira Training Arc

Anime / Protagonist

Aired on TV May-June 2024

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles

Game / Protagonist

Released October 2021

Voice cast and creators

Natsuki Hanae

Voice actor
Natsuki Hanae
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version, movies, etc.

Satomie Sato

Voice actor
Satomie Sato
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Childhood

Koyoharu Gotouge

Creator name
Koyoharu Gotouge
Role
Original author

Koyoharu Gotouge

Creator name
Koyoharu Gotouge
Role
Character designer

ufotable

Creator name
ufotable
Role
Animation studio

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

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