Kazuma Sohma
Martial Arts Master and Foster Parent
Kyo's adoptive father and the martial arts master of the Sohma clan. A pillar of the family who is gentle yet strict, supporting the clan.
Quotes
- “Family is always on your side”
- “Being strong is to protect the weak”
- “Believe in your comrades”
- “True strength is compassion”
Trivia
- Adopting Kyo is an important episode symbolizing family bonds.
- As martial arts master, has a great influence on the clan's youth.
- Enjoys gardening to maintain peace of mind.
- Quiet yet commanding presence, serving as the clan's spiritual pillar.
- His strict yet kind father image is well-received in the story.
Alternate names
Kazuma Sohma
Kazuma-san
Shihan
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- A middle-aged man with a calm atmosphere, brown hair, and slightly rounded facial features. He often appears in kimono or work clothes.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
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- Calm gaze
- Slightly plump cheeks
- Gentle smile
- Iconic items
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- Staff
- Japanese clothing
- Gardening tools
- Training clothes
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Kind
- Detailed personality
- Family-oriented and even-tempered, but strict with disciples and clan members, with a strong sense of responsibility as a martial arts master. Very caring, especially pouring affection into his adopted son Kyo.
- Keywords
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- Kind
- Strict
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Tolerant
- Caring
- Calm
- Motto
- Family supports each other
- Talents
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- Martial arts master
- Child-rearing
- Gardening
- Skills
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- Martial arts instruction
- All household chores
- Mediator
- Motivation
- To protect the Sohma clan and support the physical and mental growth of his disciples and adopted son.
- Habits
- His tone is gentle, but he gives stern warnings when necessary. Tending the garden is a daily routine.
- Favorite foods
- Stewed dishes, Matcha, Japanese sweets
- Favorite places
- Home garden, Training ground
- Disliked situations
- Family discord, Irresponsible attitude
History
- Backstory
- Teaches martial arts in the Sohma clan and plays an important role in preserving the clan's traditions and peace. Welcomed Kyo as an adopted son and built a strong bond transcending blood ties.
- Debut date
- July 7, 2001
- Work title
- Fruits Basket
- Media type
- Manga
Kyo's Adoption
- Significant event
- Kyo's Adoption
- Description
- Decided to adopt Kyo and accept him as family.
Appointment as Martial Arts Master
- Significant event
- Appointment as Martial Arts Master
- Description
- Became the martial arts master of the Sohma clan and guides the clan's young people.
Family Mediator
- Significant event
- Family Mediator
- Description
- Plays a central role in resolving disputes and problems in the Sohma clan.
Relationships
Kyo Sohma
Child
Adopted son, loved and raised as if his own biological child. Especially a strict yet warm father figure.
Shigure Sohma
Sibling
Like sworn brothers, they respect each other.
Akito Sohma
Mentor
Akito as the clan leader and Kazuma as the martial arts master hold important roles within the family.
Sohma Clan
Sohma Clan: leader
Media appearances
Fruits Basket
Manga / Supporting
Serialization started in 2001
Fruits Basket (2019)
Anime / Supporting
2019 TV Anime version
Voice cast and creators
Minoru Yada
- Voice actor
- Minoru Yada
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime version (2019)
Iemasa Kayumi
- Voice actor
- Iemasa Kayumi
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Original Anime version (2001)
Natsuki Takaya
- Creator name
- Natsuki Takaya
- Role
- Original author
Natsuki Takaya
- Creator name
- Natsuki Takaya
- Role
- Character designer
Hakusensha
- Creator name
- Hakusensha
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Kazuma Figure
- Item name
- Kazuma Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited