Tsunade

One of the Legendary Sannin and the Fifth Hokage

One of the Legendary Sannin and a medical ninjutsu specialist serving as the Fifth Hokage. A solitary and powerful ninja who excels as a leader protecting the village.

Quotes

  • Life is a gamble. No way I'm losing.
  • Saving lives is a ninja's mission.
  • To know weakness is to know strength.
  • Won't hesitate to give my life to protect comrades.
  • Don't give up, no matter how painful.

Trivia

  • Tsunade possesses extraordinary superhuman strength, capable of ground-cracking attacks.
  • Pioneer of medical ninjutsu, laid the foundation for modern ninjutsu.
  • Appointed Fifth Hokage, but emphasizes medical care and education over combat.
  • Type to chug sake boisterously.
  • Character design consciously embodies a strong female image.

Alternate names

Senju Tsunade Fifth Hokage Medical Specialist Lady Tsunade

Tags

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female
Birthday
August 2

Appearance

Overall appearance
Has long blonde hair and a distinctive black ink mark on her forehead (five dragon emblem). Extremely beautiful yet also possesses strength and dignity.
Height
Approximately 165cm
Weight
Secret
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Black ink mark on the forehead
  • Long blonde hair
  • Muscular build
Iconic items
  • Snake motif
  • Medical ninja tools
  • Hokage headband
  • Herbs

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strong-willed
Detailed personality
Boisterous and strong-willed with a short temper at times, but showers deep affection on trusted comrades and juniors. Strong sense of responsibility and loyalty to the village.
Keywords
  • Boisterous
  • Short-tempered
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Compassionate
  • Strong will
  • Affectionate
Motto
Saving lives is the mission of a ninja
Talents
  • Medical Ninjutsu
  • Superhuman strength
  • High knowledge
  • Talent in general ninjutsu
  • Leadership
Skills
  • Combat using superhuman strength
  • Advanced medical ninjutsu
  • Insight
  • Strategic thinking
  • Negotiation skills
Motivation
Protecting the village's peace and supporting comrades
Habits
Boisterous heavy drinker, sometimes shows strong attachment to gambling
Favorite foods
Natto, Sweets, No particular favorites publicly announced
Favorite colors
Green, Red

History

Backstory
Granddaughter of Hashirama Senju, excelled in ninjutsu and medical ninjutsu from a young age. Renowned as one of the Legendary Sannin alongside Jiraiya and Hatake Kakashi. Later appointed as the Fifth Hokage of the Hidden Leaf Village, taking on an important role in protecting the village.
Debut date
September 21, 1999
Work title
NARUTO - Naruto -
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 50

Appointment as Fifth Hokage

Significant event
Appointment as Fifth Hokage
Description
After the death of the Fourth Hokage, nominated as the village leader and became the Fifth Hokage.

Popularization of Medical Ninjutsu

Significant event
Popularization of Medical Ninjutsu
Description
Advanced the development and spread of medical ninjutsu, greatly enhancing ninja combat capabilities.

Role in the Fourth Great Ninja War

Significant event
Role in the Fourth Great Ninja War
Description
Contributed to the village's victory through rear support and combat in the Ninja World War.

Relationships

Hashirama Senju

Grandparent

Grandfather, First Hokage. A respected figure for Tsunade.

Tobirama Senju

Grandfather's younger brother, also an influential figure for Tsunade

Jiraiya

Best friend

Fought and supported each other for years as one of the Sannin

Hatake Kakashi

Teammate

Overcame the village's crises together as Hokage

Uzumaki Naruto

Mentor

Supports Naruto's growth from the shadows and continues to trust him

Konohagakure

Konohagakure: leader

Legendary Sannin

Legendary Sannin: member

Media appearances

NARUTO - Naruto -

Manga / Supporting

Serialized 1999–2014

NARUTO - Naruto -

Anime / Supporting

2002 TV series

Naruto Shippuden

Anime / Supporting

2007–2017 TV series

Naruto the Movie

Movie / Supporting

Multiple works

Voice cast and creators

Masako Katsuki

Voice actor
Masako Katsuki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version
Notes
Original

Debi Mae West

Voice actor
Debi Mae West
Language
English
Version or series
English dub

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Original author

Masashi Kishimoto

Creator name
Masashi Kishimoto
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Tsunade Figure

Item name
Tsunade Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Tsunade Acrylic Stand

Item name
Tsunade Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular

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