Asahiyama Dankichi

Quotes

Even the rough world of foreigners is someone's hometown and someone's place of life.
Us rickshaw guys protect everyone's daily lives.
For my benefactor, I fear no danger.
Rickshaw pullers aren't just drivers; they're also the street's watchmen.
Leave Yokohama to me.

Trivia

Asahiyama Dankichi is also one of the characters who first meets Kenshin in the Prologue.
Well-versed in the affairs of the foreign settlement and knowledgeable in English and other foreign languages.
The hand-to-hand combat skills shown in the work are strong enough to subdue multiple people bare-handed.
His relationship with his benefactor Elder is an important psychological element in the work.
His rickshaw driving skills are remarkable day and night.

Alternate names

Rickshaw Shop's Dankichi アサヒヤマダンキチ

Profile

Species: Human
Gender: Male

Appearance

Overall appearance: Cheerful young man and rickshaw puller. Has the appearance of a rickshaw operator, agile with a strong grip.
Iconic items: Rickshaw

Hat

Work Clothes-style Outfit

Gloves

Decorative Cord

Personality and abilities

Core personality: Cheerful
Detailed personality: Cheerful and interacts with everyone without discrimination, with a strong sense of duty. Experienced in the foreign settlement, a reliable young man. Has a sense of justice and fearlessly confronts enemies. Warm-hearted and compassionate.
Keywords: Cheerful

Duty-bound

Bright

Knowledgeable

Reliable

Compassionate

Brave

Kind
Talents: Rickshaw pulling expertise

Interpersonal negotiation

Grasp of local affairs

Superhuman strength
Skills: Rickshaw operation

Hand-to-hand combat

Crisis evasion

Everyday foreign language conversation
Motivation: Support life in the settlement while helping his benefactor Elder and making the foreign settlement safer.
Favorite places: Foreign Settlement, Yokohama Port
Favorite foods: Street stall snacks, Sweet Japanese confectionery
Disliked situations: Injustice, Meaningless conflicts, Bullying the weak

History

Backstory: A young man working as a rickshaw puller in Yokohama's foreign settlement. Proficient in negotiations with foreigners and the complex affairs of the settlement, he is one of the greatest confidants of his benefactor Elder. Excels in handling rickshaws and responds quickly to any trouble. Also has a gentle side that values favors.
Debut date: January 10, 1996
Work title: Rurouni Kenshin -Meiji Kenkaku Romantan- Yokohama Arc (Prologue)
Media type: Anime
Episode or chapter: Special Edition Vol. 1 Prologue

Helping Elder

Significant event: Helping Elder
Description: Helps his benefactor Elder and interacts with Kenshin and others to protect the settlement's peace and safety.

Handling troubles in the settlement

Significant event: Handling troubles in the settlement
Description: Demonstrated the power to knock down multiple people in an instant, playing a role in bridging the gap between foreigners and residents.

Imparting knowledge of the foreign settlement

Significant event: Imparting knowledge of the foreign settlement
Description: Taught Kenshin and others about life and rules in the settlement, assisting their activities.

Relationships

Elder Pibury

Mentor

His benefactor and her greatest confidant, knowing her secrets and struggles. Supports her medical activities.

Rickshaw Pullers of the Foreign Settlement

Rickshaw Pullers of the Foreign Settlement: unknown

Media appearances

Rurouni Kenshin -Meiji Kenkaku Romantan- (Prologue)

Anime / Supporting

1996 Special Edition Vol. 1

Rurouni Kenshin -Meiji Kenkaku Romantan- (2nd Series)