Kamikaze

Supersonic Swordsman

Class S Rank 4 swordsman who uses sword techniques exceeding the speed of sound, calm and composed proud warrior.

Quotes

  • The sword is the expression of the soul.
  • Speed is merely one form of power.
  • Disciples, do not forget your pride.
  • Do not show weakness; that is the way of the swordsman.
  • Battles are not in vain. They are the accumulation of experience.

Trivia

  • Setting allows slashes at speeds exceeding the speed of sound.
  • Kamikaze's name is also known in English as Atomic Samurai.
  • Features traditional samurai-style battle attire and fights with a single blade.
  • Caring toward disciples but strict personality stands out.

Alternate names

Atomic Samurai Atomic Samurai Master

Tags

One-Punch Man Class S Hero Swordsman Supersonic Swordsmanship Combat Character Action Hero Comedy Atomic Samurai

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Muscular middle-aged man with long beard and sharp eyes as features. Wears traditional Japanese swordsman attire as battle uniform.
Height
約175cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Long white beard
  • Sharp gaze
  • Stern expression befitting a warrior
Iconic items
  • Japanese-style katana
  • Samurai armor
  • Katana sheath

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Proud
Detailed personality
Calm and strict, values bushido. Has absolute confidence in his own swordsmanship and strong sense of responsibility to protect the weak.
Keywords
  • Proud
  • Calm
  • Brave
  • Serious
  • Strict
Motto
The sword is a mirror reflecting one's soul
Talents
  • Swordsmanship genius
  • High-speed reactions
  • Exceptional judgment
  • Tactical understanding
Skills
  • Supersonic sword techniques
  • Enemy attack evasion
  • Multi-target slashes
  • Leadership
Motivation
To protect justice and continue perfecting his swordsmanship. Also devotes effort to training disciples.
Habits
Archaic speech pattern befitting a samurai. Strict with disciples but caring.
Hobbies
Training, Guiding disciples, Reading
Favorite foods
Japanese food, Rice

History

Backstory
Master of swordsmanship and battle-hardened samurai who has survived countless battles. Known as a solitary swordsman in the One-Punch Man world with many disciples. Wields sword techniques surpassing human physical limits and has fought numerous monsters.
Debut date
circa 2012
Work title
One-Punch Man
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
WEB manga serialization start

Battle with Disciples

Significant event
Battle with Disciples
Description
Disappointed in disciples' corruption, strictly trained them to rehabilitate while striving to improve his own swordsmanship.

Battle with Garou

Significant event
Battle with Garou
Description
Engaged in fierce battle with Monster Association assassin Garou, showcasing the awesomeness of his swordsmanship.

Relationships

Genos

Teammate

Built trust while fighting monsters alongside disciples.

Saitama

Ally

Fought together multiple times, acknowledging each other's swordsmanship and overwhelming power.

Hero Association

Hero Association: unknown

Media appearances

One-Punch Man

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2012

One-Punch Man

Anime / Supporting

2015 TV series

Voice cast and creators

Jun Fukuyama

Voice actor
Jun Fukuyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version

Doug Erholtz

Voice actor
Doug Erholtz
Language
English
Version or series
English dub version

ONE

Creator name
ONE
Role
Original author

Yusuke Murata

Creator name
Yusuke Murata
Role
Illustrator

Related goods

Kamikaze Figure

Item name
Kamikaze Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular