Tsunade

One of the Legendary Sannin, the Fifth Hokage and a medical techniques specialist

The Fifth Hokage of the ninja village Konohagakure. A genius in medical ninjutsu and a female ninja with astonishing physical abilities and mental strength.

Quotes

  • I am the Hokage. Protecting Konoha is my mission.
  • Medical ninjutsu is the hope that connects lives.
  • You are my disciple. Never give up, no matter what.
  • A bet isn't about skill, it's about heart.
  • Ninjas have to become strong for their comrades.

Trivia

  • Bold and alcohol-loving personality, but extremely serious about medical ninjutsu.
  • Has a strong obsession with gambling.
  • Proficient in crystal-clear chakra control.
  • Youthful appearance despite her age is the effect of a special technique.
  • The only female character among the Legendary Sannin.

Alternate names

Senju Tsunade Fifth Hokage Tsunade Legendary Sannin

Tags

Naruto Tsunade Hokage Sannin Medical Ninjutsu Ninja Female Character Konohagakure Ninjutsu Master

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Profile

Species
Human (Ninja)
Gender
Female
Birthday
March 2

Appearance

Overall appearance
Brown hair reaching her shoulders, a muscular and plump woman. Wears a forehead protector on her forehead and bears the Hokage's flame emblem.
Height
About 165cm
Weight
Secret
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • Forehead protector engraved on her skin
  • Large muscular build
  • Ample bosom
Iconic items
  • Hokage's forehead protector
  • Bandages on fists
  • Ninja tool pouch
  • Herb pot
  • Ninja attire (traditional shinobi garb)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Headstrong
Detailed personality
Confident and bold, sometimes short-tempered but caring toward comrades and deeply sentimental. Extremely responsible with a strong conviction to protect Konohagakure and her comrades.
Keywords
  • Passionate
  • Brave
  • Kind
  • Competitive
  • Stubborn
  • Compassionate
Motto
Protecting comrades is a ninja's mission
Talents
  • Genius talent in medical ninjutsu
  • Tough physique
  • Stamina
  • Advanced adaptability in Transformation Technique
  • Chakra control
Skills
  • Outstanding medical ninjutsu
  • Super strength fist techniques
  • Herbalism
  • Taijutsu
  • Strategic leadership
Motivation
Protecting Konohagakure and supporting the ninjas
Habits
Gets heated over bets and loves gambling. Foul-mouthed but affectionate.
Favorite foods
Sake, Sweet treats, Natto, Spicy food
Favorite places
Konohagakure, Village medical facilities
Disliked situations
Pointless conflicts, Betrayal, Her own or comrades' helplessness

History

Backstory
Granddaughter of Hashirama Senju and one of the Legendary Sannin. Excelled in medical ninjutsu from a young age and guided disciples and juniors with her talent. Ten years later, succeeded the Third Hokage upon his death and became the Fifth Hokage, supporting the village's reconstruction and stability.
Debut date
September 21, 1999
Work title
Naruto
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
From Volume 1

Inauguration as Fifth Hokage

Significant event
Inauguration as Fifth Hokage
Description
Succeeded the Third Hokage and assumed strong responsibility as the village leader.

Shinobi Alliance Formation

Significant event
Shinobi Alliance Formation
Description
Fought as a member of the Allied Shinobi Forces in the Fourth Great Ninja War and protected the village.

Development of Medical Ninjutsu

Significant event
Development of Medical Ninjutsu
Description
Contributed to the dissemination and development of medical ninjutsu, training many disciples.

Relationships

Hashirama Senju

Grandfather

The First Hokage and Tsunade's grandfather. The ideal image of a ninja.

Tobirama Senju

Sibling

Tsunade's grandfather's younger brother and the Second Hokage. An important family figure.

Jiraiya

Fellow 'Legendary Sannin' member, a good friend and also in a mentor-disciple relationship.

Naruto Uzumaki

Mentee

Supported Naruto's growth and entrusted the village's peace to him as the Fifth Hokage.

Kakashi Hatake

Ally

Fought together as Konoha ninjas and built cooperative relationships through various missions.

Konohagakure

Konohagakure: leader

Legendary Sannin

Legendary Sannin: unknown

Media appearances

Naruto

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization started in 1999

Naruto

Anime / Protagonist

TV anime started in 2002

Naruto the Movie Series

Movie / Protagonist

Multiple films

Naruto Game Series

Game / Protagonist

Appears in many

Voice cast and creators

Masako Katsuki

Voice actor
Masako Katsuki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version, theatrical versions
Notes
Original and main role

Debi Mae West

Voice actor
Debi Mae West
Language
English
Version or series
English dubbed anime

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Original author

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Character designer

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

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Tsunade Figure

Item name
Tsunade Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Tsunade Acrylic Stand

Item name
Tsunade Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

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