Ruri

Ishigami Village's Shrine Maiden

The shrine maiden of Ishigami Village and Kohaku's older sister. She was frail but recovered thanks to the sulfa drug developed by Senku.

Quotes

  • “What I want to protect is this village and everyone's smiles.”
  • “The power of science and people's hearts are both important.”
  • “Because I have my younger sister Kohaku, I can become strong.”

Trivia

  • Ruri is a shrine maiden with a strong spirit despite being frail.
  • One of the characters who recovered thanks to Senku's invented sulfa drug.
  • The shrine maiden attire is depicted in a traditional Japanese style.

Alternate names

Ruri Shrine Maiden Ruri Ishigami Village's Shrine Maiden Kohaku's Sister

Tags

Ishigami Village Shrine Maiden Senku Science Survival Sibling Relationship Healing Ruri Kohaku's Sister Frail

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
A woman with black hair in Japanese attire. A shrine maiden with impressive clear eyes and a gentle expression.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Shrine Maiden Attire
  • Black Hair
  • Gentle Eyes
Iconic items
  • Shrine Maiden Clothes
  • Exorcism Tools
  • Hair Ornament

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
She shows compassion and kindness toward the villagers and her younger siblings, always acting calmly and composed. Despite her frailty, she possesses strong mental fortitude.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Compassionate
  • Calm
  • Strong Mental Strength
  • Deeply Religious
Talents
  • Mental Strength
  • Spiritual Power as Shrine Maiden
  • Understanding of Healing
Skills
  • Performing Village Rituals
  • Knowledge of Medicinal Herbs
  • Prayer Rituals
Motivation
To protect the peace of the village and the safety of her family.
Favorite foods
Wild Vegetables, Stewed Dishes, Seasonal Fruits
Favorite places
Ishigami Village, Shrine in the Forest
Disliked situations
Conflict, Unstable Environments

History

Backstory
Born in Ishigami Village, she gathers faith from the villagers as a shrine maiden. She shares the role of protecting the village with her younger sister Kohaku, but had withdrawn due to her frailty. Senku developed the sulfa drug, she received treatment and recovered. Thereafter, through interactions with Senku and others, she comes to believe in the power of science.
Debut date
March 6, 2017
Work title
Dr.STONE
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1

Healing by Sulfa Drug

Significant event
Healing by Sulfa Drug
Description
Her long-term frail condition dramatically improved thanks to the sulfa drug developed by Senku.

Cooperation with Senku

Significant event
Cooperation with Senku
Description
Contributed to the revival of Ishigami Village alongside Senku for the reconstruction of scientific civilization.

Cooperation in Science Kingdom Construction

Significant event
Cooperation in Science Kingdom Construction
Description
Understands the activities of Senku's Science Kingdom and begins to act together with them.

Relationships

Kohaku

Sibling

A loyal and strong sibling bond. Kohaku deeply respects Ruri and strives to protect her.

Senku

Ally

Since being saved by the sulfa drug treatment, she becomes an understanding ally and collaborator.

Kokuyou

Mentor

As the village's previous shrine maiden, passed on the shrine maiden duties to Ruri.

Ishigami Village

Ishigami Village: unknown

Science Kingdom

Science Kingdom: unknown

Media appearances

Dr.STONE

Manga / Supporting

Serialization began in 2017

Dr.STONE

Anime / Supporting

2019 TV Series

Theatrical Edition Dr.STONE

Movie / Supporting

Voice cast and creators

Mikako Komatsu

Voice actor
Mikako Komatsu
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Erin Fitzgerald

Voice actor
Erin Fitzgerald
Language
English
Version or series
English Dub Version

Riichiro Inagaki

Creator name
Riichiro Inagaki
Role
Original author

Boichi

Creator name
Boichi
Role
Character designer

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Ruri Figure

Item name
Ruri Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Shrine Maiden Cosplay Set

Item name
Shrine Maiden Cosplay Set
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

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