Gaara
Guardian of the Sand
A ninja from Sunagakure who rose from being the jinchuriki of the One-Tail, Shukaku, to become the Fifth Kazekage. He was a boy filled with loneliness and hatred during his childhood, but his encounter with Naruto served as the catalyst for him to open his heart and grow into a leader who guides the village.
Quotes
- Everyone... look at me. See that I'm here...
- Do you know how strong a person can become when they have something to protect?
- This sand is my life. I'll show you the power of the Kazekage with this sand!
- Unless you understand others' pain, you can't truly protect anyone.
- I don't just want sand. I want to protect someone's existence.
- I have one wish: to end my loneliness.
Trivia
- He suffers from chronic insomnia because he is always awake and never sleeps.
- The sand palm during his childhood did not have the character 'love'.
- His name apparently derives from 'my beloved Luo'.
- The dark circles under both eyes are due to chronic insomnia, but in the initial design stage, there was also an image of tears.
- A large amount of sand is sealed inside the gourd, which he freely manipulates when using techniques.
- It is rare to aim for Kazekage rather than Hokage, and he is an unusual figure who rules the village as the Fifth Kazekage.
Alternate names
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
- Birthday
- January 19
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Slightly slender and petite boy. His short, sand-dyed reddish-brown hair is naturally kinky (perm). Dark brown dark circles are present at the outer corners of both eyes. A 'love' tattoo is on his forehead. He usually carries a gourd filled with sand on his back.
- Height
- 約145cm（子供時）→約167cm（成長後）
- Weight
- Secret
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Red
- Distinguishing features
-
- Forehead 'love' tattoo
- Dark circles at the eye corners
- Naturally permed reddish-brown hair
- Iconic items
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- Sand Gourd
- Sand Defense/Attack Techniques
- Wind Release/Sand Release Ninjutsu
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Loneliness
- Detailed personality
- During his childhood, he was feared by others and lonely, possessing a cruel personality that rampaged using his powerful sand abilities. After his encounter with Naruto, he healed his emotional wounds and grew into a strong Kazekage who protects his comrades and village. He became calm and thoughtful, evolving into a leader who cares deeply for his family and comrades.
- Keywords
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- Loneliness
- Stubbornness
- Cruelty (initial)
- Growth
- Kindness
- Patient
- Leadership
- Sincerity
- Motto
- Protecting someone is my reason for being.
- Talents
-
- Genius manipulator of sand ninjutsu
- Control over tailed beast power
- Strong willpower and mental fortitude
- Wind Release/Sand Release kekkei genkai
- Tactical judgment
- Skills
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- Defense with sand shield
- Attack with sand manipulation
- Tailed beast transformation (jinchuriki)
- Leadership as Kazekage
- Countering assassins and killers
- Calm situational judgment in battle
- Motivation
- To protect Sunagakure and become a Kazekage recognized and trusted by his comrades. To overcome his former lonely self.
- Habits
- Suffers from chronic insomnia because he never sleeps and is always awake. The dark circles under both eyes symbolize this insomnia.
- Favorite foods
- Dry meals from sandy lands, No particular favorites known
- Favorite places
- Sunagakure, Battlefield, Places with family
- Disliked situations
- Loneliness, Betrayal, People who reject him
History
- Backstory
- Gaara was born as the second son of the Fourth Kazekage Rasa of Sunagakure, but from birth, he was used as the jinchuriki of the tailed beast 'One-Tail, Shukaku,' lost his mother, was feared by his family, and grew up in loneliness. Even his uncle Yashamaru tried to kill him, leaving deep mental scars that turned his heart savage, leading him to repeated killings. During the Chunin Exams, he engaged in a fierce battle with Naruto, learned of each other's feelings, opened his heart, and grew into the Kazekage who carries the village.
- Debut date
- September 21, 2000
- Work title
- NARUTO―ナルト―
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Chapter 18 (manga)
Birth and Jinchuriki Transformation
- Significant event
- Birth and Jinchuriki Transformation
- Description
- Hosts the One-Tail, Shukaku, loses his mother, and is raised as the village's weapon
Chunin Exams
- Significant event
- Chunin Exams
- Description
- After a deathmatch with Naruto, awakens to the importance of human connections
Ascension to Kazekage
- Significant event
- Ascension to Kazekage
- Description
- Becomes the Fifth Kazekage and leads the village as its leader
Achievements in the Fourth Great Ninja War
- Significant event
- Achievements in the Fourth Great Ninja War
- Description
- Serves as a division commander in the Allied Shinobi Forces, commanding large-scale battles and performing brilliantly
Relationships
Rasa
Father
The ruthless Fourth Kazekage who despised Gaara and even ordered his killing, but died before Gaara's ascension to Kazekage.
Karura
Mother
Loved Gaara from the heart and tried to protect him, but became a sacrifice due to the village's circumstances and died.
Temari
Sibling
Older sister. Initially cold, but their relationship developed into one of mutual trust after fighting together during the village's crisis.
Kankuro
Sibling
Older brother. They had a bad relationship from birth, but later nurtured brotherly love.
Yashamaru
Uncle
The only uncle he opened his heart to, but was ordered by Rasa to kill Gaara, leading Gaara to avenge him.
Naruto Uzumaki
Best friend
During the Chunin Exams, they fought to the death, and Naruto's words opened his heart and changed his way of life.
Tsunade
Mentor
Provided advice and support on medical ninjutsu and village governance around the time of his ascension to Kazekage.
Might Guy
Ally
Joined the Sasuke retrieval mission and fought together.
Sunagakure
Sunagakure: leader
Allied Shinobi Forces
Allied Shinobi Forces: leader
Media appearances
NARUTO -ナルト-
Anime / Supporting
2002-2007
NARUTO -ナルト- 疾風伝
Anime / Supporting
2007-2017
NARUTO -ナルト- 劇場版シリーズ
Movie / Supporting
2004-2015
NARUTO―ナルト―
Manga / Protagonist
1999-2014
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Heroes Series
Game / Protagonist
2003-
Voice cast and creators
Akira Ishida
- Voice actor
- Akira Ishida
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime Version
Kenta Sugaku
- Voice actor
- Kenta Sugaku
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Early Movies/TV Anime
Takeshi Kusao
- Voice actor
- Takeshi Kusao
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime Re-cast onward (2021~)
Neil Kaplan
- Voice actor
- Neil Kaplan
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- English Version
Masashi Kishimoto
- Creator name
- Masashi Kishimoto
- Role
- Original author
Masashi Kishimoto
- Creator name
- Masashi Kishimoto
- Role
- Illustrator
Shueisha
- Creator name
- Shueisha
- Role
- Publisher
Studio Pierrot
- Creator name
- Studio Pierrot
- Role
- Animation studio
Related goods
Gaara Figure
- Item name
- Gaara Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Gaara Sand Gourd Replica
- Item name
- Gaara Sand Gourd Replica
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Limited
Gaara Illustrated Clear File
- Item name
- Gaara Illustrated Clear File
- Category
- Stationery
- Availability
- Regular