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Sweeper of the universe's strongest Yato Clan

Father of Kamui and Kagura, a Yato Clan sweeper (Alien Buster) called the strongest in the universe. A powerhouse of the combat race boasting overwhelming combat prowess.

Quotes

  • I am a sweeper of battles.
  • The universe's strongest man, sweet to his daughter.
  • Continues to bear the pride of the Yato Clan.

Trivia

  • An exceptional survivor among the Yato Clan, called the strongest in the universe.
  • Father to a daughter and son while being a powerful warrior.
  • Legend has it that his three-day, three-night battle with Housen ended without resolution.
  • Also appears in live-action films and dramas.
  • Big eater and boisterous like a true Yato, but has a gentle side.

Alternate names

Kou Alien Buster Alien Buster

Tags

Gintama Yato Clan Sweeper Strongest in the Universe Kamui's Father Kagura's Father Harusame Anime Character Manga Character

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Profile

Species
Yato Clan
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Slightly stooped with a large physique compared to ordinary humans. Long black hair resembling sudare bamboo blinds, braided into three strands at the back. Shares the same features as Kagura, who has salmon pink hair and bluish eyes.
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Red
Distinguishing features
  • Long braided hair unique to the Yato Clan
  • Fierce expression but gentle fatherly affection toward his daughter
  • Large build with rippling muscles
Iconic items
  • Parasol
  • Yato Clan battle attire
  • Full set of cleaning tools

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Resilient
Detailed personality
A proud member of a combat race passionate about battle, yet displays clumsy fatherly affection cherishing his daughter Kagura. Calm and overwhelming to foes, but kind-hearted at core.
Keywords
  • Calm
  • Battle Maniac
  • Paternal
  • Proud
  • Boisterous
  • Strict
  • Clumsy
  • Resilient
Talents
  • Overwhelming combat ability
  • Yato Clan physical prowess
  • High durability
  • Strategic thinking
  • Spaceship piloting
Skills
  • Swordsmanship
  • Bare-handed combat
  • Cleaning and extermination
  • Protection of family and comrades
  • Space exploration
Motivation
Protect his daughter Kagura and son Kamui while proving his combat prowess and upholding Yato Clan pride. Live in pursuit of his own strength.
Habits
Extremely boisterous and a heavy drinker. Dotes on his daughter and shows clumsy concern.
Favorite foods
Exotic space delicacies, Meat
Hobbies
Combat, Taking care of family
Favorite places
Space, Earth
Disliked situations
His daughter being exposed to danger, Showing weakness

History

Backstory
A Yato Clan man of the combat race who lives for his strength while loving his family. Lost his wife Eika in a massive war on their home planet and settled on Earth to raise his daughter Kagura and son Kamui. Renowned as the universe's strongest sweeper (Alien Buster), he makes a living exterminating top-class dangerous creatures. Once fought Housen for three days and nights without resolution. Sweet and sometimes clumsily affectionate toward his daughter.
Work title
Gintama
Media type
Manga

Gintama Serialization Start

Significant event
Gintama Serialization Start
Description
First appearance in the manga Gintama.

Confrontation with Housen

Significant event
Confrontation with Housen
Description
Fierce three-day, three-night battle with former Harusame executive Housen. Ended without a decisive outcome.

Family Relationships

Significant event
Family Relationships
Description
Dotes on daughter Kagura and shares a complex parent-child dynamic with son Kamui.

Relationships

Kagura

Child

Daughter. The strongest Yato Clan girl, whom he dotes on.

Kamui

Child

Son. Ran away from home to become leader of Harusame's 7th Division, but complex parent-child relationship.

Eika

Spouse

Deceased wife. Passed away after brutal battles on the Yato Clan home planet.

Mutsu

Ally

Multiple joint operations and past connections.

Tatsuma Sakamoto

Friend

Space-faring comrades with mutual trust.

Yato Clan

Yato Clan: leader

Harusame

Harusame: unknown

Media appearances

Gintama

Manga / Protagonist

Gintama (Anime)

Anime / Supporting

Gintama THE FINAL

Movie / Supporting

2021 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Sho Hayami

Voice actor
Sho Hayami
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version

Hideaki Sorachi

Creator name
Hideaki Sorachi
Role
Original author

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Umibouzu Figure

Item name
Umibouzu Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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