Konan

Paper shinobi

The only female member of Akatsuki appearing in 'NARUTO'. A ninja who possesses the power to freely manipulate paper.

Quotes

  • “There are countless pieces of paper; I can create as many as needed.”
  • “I will inherit Nagato's will.”
  • “I don't want to hurt anyone.”
  • “Akatsuki exists to change the world.”
  • “I fight for my comrades.”

Trivia

  • Belongs to Akatsuki as the only female member.
  • Her paper manipulation ninjutsu is highly advanced and can be used for both offense and defense.
  • Initially taciturn and calm, but showed emotions after the death of her best friend.
  • Raised in Amegakure during childhood alongside Nagato and Gaara.
  • Her paper bombs deployed in the story are known as a powerful attack method.

Alternate names

Konan Akatsuki's female ninja Paper ninja Anohana

Tags

Ninja Akatsuki Paper user Female character Genius ninja Loyalty Pacifism Amegakure

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
February 27

Appearance

Overall appearance
Blue hair tied in twin tails, white skin, and a slender build. Wears a black cloak with Akatsuki's red cloud pattern on the shoulders, and a forehead protector from Amegakure.
Height
Approximately 162cm
Weight
Secret
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Blue
Distinguishing features
  • Twin-tailed blue hair
  • Forehead protector
  • Akatsuki cloak
Iconic items
  • Paper
  • Tanto
  • Akatsuki cloak

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm
Detailed personality
Calm and composed with excellent tactical acumen, caring for comrades. Dutiful and willing to stake her life for her friends. Makes precise judgments in battle and is a reliable presence.
Keywords
  • Calm
  • Loyalty
  • Intellectual
  • Thoughtful
  • Devoted
  • Tactician
  • Cool
Motto
Fights for peace with the resolve to dedicate one's life.
Talents
  • Ability to freely manipulate paper
  • High ninjutsu aptitude
  • Tactical thinking
  • Disguise and infiltration techniques
  • Knowledge of pharmacology
  • Physical abilities
  • Mental focus
Skills
  • Paper Clone Technique
  • Paper Bomb Technique
  • Long-range attacks
  • Intelligence gathering
  • Scheming
  • Assassination
Motivation
To keep the promise with her former best friend Nagato and achieve peace.
Habits
Speaks in a calm tone but occasionally shows emotion. Has a habit of touching paper when tense.
Favorite foods
Candy, Sweets
Favorite colors
Blue, White
Favorite places
Amegakure, Under the red moon
Disliked situations
Betrayal, Injustice
Disliked insects
None in particular

History

Backstory
Originating from Amegakure, experienced harsh warfare in childhood alongside Nagato and Gaara. Formed Akatsuki with Nagato to pursue world peace.
Debut date
September 21, 2003
Work title
NARUTO
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 139

Joining Akatsuki

Significant event
Joining Akatsuki
Description
Active as a key member of Akatsuki alongside Nagato and Gaara.

Nagato's death

Significant event
Nagato's death
Description
Witnessed the final moments of her best friend Nagato and resolved to inherit his will.

Final battle

Significant event
Final battle
Description
Fought alongside Naruto and others to conclude the battle for the sake of peace.

Relationships

Nagato

Best friend

The trusted relationship of leading Akatsuki together and sharing resolve until the end.

Gaara

Ally

Comrades who overcame harsh fates together and came to understand each other.

Uchiha Itachi

Ally

Cooperated at times as fellow Akatsuki members.

Akatsuki

Akatsuki: unknown

Media appearances

NARUTO

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization began in 2003

NARUTO Shippuden

Anime / Supporting

2007-2017 TV anime series

NARUTO Movie Series

Movie / Supporting

Appears in several films

Voice cast and creators

Yuko Kaida

Voice actor
Yuko Kaida
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Wendee Lee

Voice actor
Wendee Lee
Language
English
Version or series
English dub version

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Original author

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Konan figure

Item name
Konan figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Akatsuki cloak

Item name
Akatsuki cloak
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

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