Sougo Okita
Shinsengumi First Division Captain's Do-S Beautiful Boy Swordsman
Captain of the Shinsengumi's First Division. A Do-S, combative beautiful boy swordsman. Known for his ruthless personality, such as targeting Toshirou Hijikata's life, but his swordsmanship is the finest in the Shinsengumi.
Quotes
- Do whatever the hell you want, Hijikata. I'll do my thing.
- No matter what dirty tricks you pull, I'm the Shinsengumi First Division Captain.
- If I end up in the afterlife, I'd love to have a fair fight with Hijikata again.
- Skipping work for a nap ain't half bad.
- My sword doesn't lie.
Trivia
- Distinctive speech pattern featuring '~desa' or '~desuzei' at the ends of sentences.
- Androgynous beautiful boy with a highly Do-S, combative personality.
- Has a delicate side, opening up to his sister Mitsuba.
- Portrayed by Ryusei Yoshizawa in the live-action film version.
- Often wears his favorite red eye mask when napping.
- Boasts some of the top sword skills in the Shinsengumi—even Hijikata can't match him.
Alternate names
Sougo Okita
Okita
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Androgynous beautiful young man characterized by a red eye mask. Toned, slightly slender build. Speaks in an Edoite dialect, adding '~desa' and such to the ends of sentences.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
-
- Red Eye Mask
- Beautiful Boy
- Androgynous Appearance
- Iconic items
-
- Bokken
- Red Eye Mask
- Bazooka
- Sword
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Combative
- Detailed personality
- Despite his beautiful boy looks, he has a combative and sadistic personality. He has a ruthless side, such as targeting Toshirou Hijikata's life, but possesses exceptional sword talent and a hidden sense of justice. He speaks in an Edoite dialect and has a frivolous, fun-loving side.
- Keywords
-
- Do-S
- Combative
- Androgynous
- Sadistic
- Genius Swordsman
- Loves Fooling Around
- Edoite Dialect
- Free-Spirited
- Talents
-
- Swordsmanship Talent
- Insight
- Agile Movements
- Combat Sense
- Skills
-
- Iaido Slash
- High-Speed Sword Techniques
- Bazooka and Other Weapon Use
- Combat Tactics
- Motivation
- To uphold the Shinsengumi's beliefs and refine his sword skills. While harboring complex feelings toward his relationship with Hijikata, to pursue his own justice.
- Habits
- Frequently uses a red eye mask with drawn eyes for napping. Characteristic speech ending with '~desa', '~desuzei', etc.
- Favorite foods
- Sweets, Popsicles
- Hobbies
- Dozing, Pranks, Napping, Sword Practice
History
- Backstory
- Raised as a sword prodigy from childhood, his sword skills are renowned as the best in the Shinsengumi. Do-S personality, merciless even toward fellow squad members, especially Vice-Chief Hijikata. Continues serving as First Division Captain even after the Joi War. Actually has a delicate side, opening up to his sister Mitsuba.
- Debut date
- December 8, 2003
- Work title
- Gintama
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Volume 1
Joi War Participation
- Significant event
- Joi War Participation
- Description
- Participated in the Joi War as a boy and excelled as a Shinsengumi member.
Okita-Hijikata Feud
- Significant event
- Okita-Hijikata Feud
- Description
- Constantly clashes with Toshirou Hijikata, such as attempts on his life, yet they influence each other.
Gintama Anime Adaptation
- Significant event
- Gintama Anime Adaptation
- Description
- Popularity skyrocketed with the anime adaptation, gaining a huge fanbase.
Live-Action Movie Role
- Significant event
- Live-Action Movie Role
- Description
- Portrayed by Ryusei Yoshizawa in the 2017 live-action film 'Gintama', sparking widespread discussion.
Relationships
Mitsuba Okita
Sibling
Biological older sister. He occasionally opens his heart to her, revealing his true feelings.
Toshirou Hijikata
Rival
Intense feud with swords pointed at each other, yet they occasionally acknowledge one another.
Gintoki Sakata
Teammate
Free-spirited, longstanding rotten buddies. Okita calls Gintoki 'Danna'.
Shinpachi Shimura
Teammate
Fellow Shinsengumi members fighting together.
Kagura
Rival
Bickering every time they meet, like cats and dogs.
Shinsengumi
Shinsengumi: leader
Media appearances
Gintama
Manga / Protagonist
Serialization began in 2003
Gintama
Anime / Protagonist
2006 TV series
Gintama Live-Action Film
Movie / Protagonist
2017 theatrical release
Voice cast and creators
Kenichi Suzumura
- Voice actor
- Kenichi Suzumura
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime, Films
unknown
- Voice actor
- unknown
- Language
- English
Hideaki Sorachi
- Creator name
- Hideaki Sorachi
- Role
- Original author
Hideaki Sorachi
- Creator name
- Hideaki Sorachi
- Role
- Character designer
Shueisha
- Creator name
- Shueisha
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Sougo Okita Figure
- Item name
- Sougo Okita Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited
Sougo Okita Eye Mask
- Item name
- Sougo Okita Eye Mask
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Regular