Satoshi

A 10-year-old boy aiming to become a Pokémon Master

A boy who adventures while catching, raising, and battling with Pokémon. He has numerous gym badges and tournament achievements, and has won the Alola League championship and earned the title of World Champion.

Quotes

  • I'm still a challenger.
  • I'm going to become a Pokémon Master!
  • The best defense is a good offense!
  • My dream is to befriend Pokémon all over the world.
  • Even if I lose, I won't give up. That's my way.

Trivia

  • Name derived from Satoshi Tajiri.
  • Rica Matsumoto has voiced him throughout all seasons.
  • Initially had a bad relationship with Pikachu, but bonded during the Spearow attack.
  • Alola League win is officially the first league championship record.
  • Becoming World Champion was widely reported in Japanese media.

Alternate names

Ash Ketchum Sasha (French version) Xiaozhi (Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese) Han Ji-woo (Korean)

Tags

Pokémon Trainer Pokémon Master Pallet Town Pikachu Pokémon Battle Team Rocket Adventure Alola Champion World Champion

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
October 10

Appearance

Overall appearance
Typical boyish appearance with black hair, wearing a cap, backpack, and sneakers. Clothing changes slightly with each series, but he always wears a cap, backpack, and sneakers.
Height
Approximately 140cm (estimated, child physique)
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Cap
  • Backpack
  • Sneakers
Iconic items
  • Cap
  • Backpack
  • Sneakers
  • Poké Ball
  • Pikachu

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Energetic
Detailed personality
Energetic, cheerful, and full of curiosity. He can get cocky and is a sore loser at times, but basically kind and caring towards his friends. He has a strong sense of justice and charges straight toward a single goal. He values bonds with Pokémon and people, and is the owner of a pure heart that faces difficulties head-on.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Pure-hearted
  • Loyal to friends
  • Strong sense of justice
  • Sore loser
  • Curious
  • Energetic
Motto
The best defense is a good offense
Talents
  • Ability to win Pokémon's hearts
  • Battle sense
  • Leadership
  • Mental strength to overcome difficulties
Skills
  • Various Pokémon battle tactics
  • Team building
  • Gym challenges and tournament participation
  • Geography and Pokémon knowledge
Motivation
To become a Pokémon Master, to befriend Pokémon all over the world
Habits
Catchphrase is 'I'm still a challenger', gluttonous and likes croquettes
Favorite foods
Croquette, Onigiri, Fruit
Hobbies
Pokémon Battle, Adventure, Pokémon care
Favorite colors
Red, Blue
Disliked situations
Defeat, Friends being hurt
Disliked weather
Violent storms, Thunderstorms

History

Backstory
From Pallet Town in the Kanto region. Got lost in the forest as a child, dreamed of becoming a Pokémon Trainer. Received Pikachu from Professor Oak and set off on his journey. Traveled through numerous regions, met many companions, experienced farewells, continued to grow, and ultimately won the Alola League and even earned the title of World Champion outside the games.
Debut date
April 1, 1997
Work title
Pocket Monsters (1997 Anime Version)
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1 'Pokémon, I Choose You!'

Departure from Kanto region

Significant event
Departure from Kanto region
Description
Received Pikachu from Professor Oak and left Pallet Town.

Participation in Kanto Pokémon League Indigo Plateau Conference

Significant event
Participation in Kanto Pokémon League Indigo Plateau Conference
Description
Collected 8 gym badges, entered the league, and advanced to the top 16.

Orange Islands journey

Significant event
Orange Islands journey
Description
Embarked on a journey for the GS Ball and won the Orange League.

Alola League victory

Significant event
Alola League victory
Description
Achieved his first league victory and became the first Champion Trainer.

World Champion title

Significant event
World Champion title
Description
Won the Pokémon World Championship and became World Champion.

Relationships

Hanako

Mother

Kind mother who supports and watches over Satoshi's journeys.

Pikachu

Best friend

Bonded during the Spearow attack and became the best partners.

Kasumi

Teammate

Traveled together through the Kanto region and spent many tournaments together.

Takeshi

Teammate

Met at Nibi Gym and traveled together as close friends.

Gou

Rival

Fostered friendship through battles in the Pokémon World Championships.

Team Rocket

Team Rocket: unknown

Media appearances

Pokémon

Anime / Protagonist

1997 TV series start

Pokémon Theatrical Edition Series

Movie / Protagonist

Appears in multiple works

Pokémon Game Series

Game / Protagonist

Voice cast and creators

Rica Matsumoto

Voice actor
Rica Matsumoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Main role throughout all TV anime series
Notes
firstGen

Hana Takeda

Voice actor
Hana Takeda
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Childhood voice (PM2)

Game Freak

Creator name
Game Freak
Role
Original author

The Pokémon Company

Creator name
The Pokémon Company
Role
Licensee

Related goods

Satoshi Figure

Item name
Satoshi Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Cap-Included Costume

Item name
Cap-Included Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Regular

Pikachu Plush

Item name
Pikachu Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

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