Yakul
Ashitaka's mount, a large individual of the fictional extinct red serow. It plays an important role in the story as a loyal companion, and Ashitaka's adventure would not be possible without Yakul.
Quotes
- Yakul is Ashitaka's loyal companion.
- Yakul's running figure is an iconic scene in Princess Mononoke.
Trivia
- Yakul's model is a fictional red serow and not a real species.
- Yakul is one of the most trusted animal characters in the story.
- The bond between Ashitaka and Yakul has long been loved by fans.
- Unusually for Studio Ghibli works, depicts an animal as a mount in detail.
Alternate names
Akashishi
Ashitaka's Mount
Red Serow
Profile
- Species
- Fictional Red Serow
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- A large reddish-brown serow with long horns. It has a strong and agile appearance, serving as a reliable partner for Ashitaka.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Red
- Distinguishing features
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- Large horns
- Reddish-brown fur
- Masculine physique
- Iconic items
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- Riding saddle and reins
- Sense of unity with Ashitaka
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Loyal
- Detailed personality
- Loyal and devoted to Ashitaka. Calm yet very intelligent, responds calmly even in dangerous situations.
- Keywords
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- Loyalty
- Patient
- Intelligent
- Strong
- Devoted
- Brave
- Talents
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- Rapid running ability
- High endurance
- Sharp senses
- Traversal of rugged terrain
- Skills
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- Coordination with Ashitaka
- Danger detection
- Obstacle avoidance
- Motivation
- To support Ashitaka's journey and reach the destination safely together.
History
- Backstory
- A large individual of the fictional red serow species 'Akashishi,' said to be extinct, long domesticated by the human Emishi tribe as mounts. Multiple individuals lived in Ashitaka's village, but in the story's era, they were extremely rare, and Yakul was selected as particularly strong and supple among them to become Ashitaka's partner.
- Debut date
- July 12, 1997
- Work title
- Princess Mononoke
- Media type
- Movie
Meeting with Ashitaka
- Significant event
- Meeting with Ashitaka
- Description
- Ashitaka selects Yakul in the village and makes it his mount
Accompanying the Journey
- Significant event
- Accompanying the Journey
- Description
- Accompanies Ashitaka on the journey to lift the curse, overcoming many dangers together
Combat Support
- Significant event
- Combat Support
- Description
- Assists Ashitaka in battles with mononoke and humans
Re-release
- Significant event
- Re-release
- Description
- Also appears in the 2020 re-release and continues to be loved by fans
Relationships
Ashitaka
Best friend
When leaving the village, bound by deep trust with Ashitaka, becoming true partners continuing the journey together
San
Ally
In the latter half of the journey, becomes close with San and Moro's children
Mounts of the Emishi Village
Mounts of the Emishi Village: unknown
Media appearances
Princess Mononoke
Movie / Supporting
Released July 12, 1997
Princess Mononoke Re-release
Event / Supporting
Re-released June 26–August 2020
Princess MONONOKE～Princess Mononoke～
Stage play / Supporting
Performed in UK and Japan in 2013
Voice cast and creators
Hayao Miyazaki
- Creator name
- Hayao Miyazaki
- Role
- Original author
Hayao Miyazaki
- Creator name
- Hayao Miyazaki
- Role
- Character designer
Hayao Miyazaki
- Creator name
- Hayao Miyazaki
- Role
- Writer
Studio Ghibli
- Creator name
- Studio Ghibli
- Role
- Animation studio
Tokuma Shoten
- Creator name
- Tokuma Shoten
- Role
- Publisher
Walt Disney Japan
- Creator name
- Walt Disney Japan
- Role
- Licensee
Related goods
Yakul Plush
- Item name
- Yakul Plush
- Category
- Plush or doll
- Availability
- Regular
Yakul Figure
- Item name
- Yakul Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited