Higashidani Kamishimoemon

Sagara Sanosuke's father, a farmer in Nagano Prefecture who supports his family single-handedly. His fields were ruined in the post town, and he now makes a living weaving hats. A valiant hero strong in fights.

Trivia

  • The family name Kamishimoemon derives from 'Higashidani' (Higashidani), and the family structure with directional names in their names serves as the source of puns and jokes in the work.
  • The depiction of supporting his livelihood through woven hat making is a classic representation of farmers' resilience, evoking the hardships of rural agriculture.

Alternate names

Higashidani Kamishimoemon Higashidani Kamishimo Kamishimoemon

Tags

Rurouni Kenshin Nagano Prefecture Sagara Sanosuke Farmer Father Raising family single-handedly Family-oriented Supporter

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
02-XX
Birth year
1838

Appearance

Overall appearance
Somewhat sturdy build around 172 cm in height. Wears long hair tied back and a twisted headband. Masculine and robust appearance with simple farmer's clothing.
Height
Approximately 172cm
Weight
65kg
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Twisted headband
  • Long tied-back rear hair
  • Bold expression
Iconic items
  • Woven hat
  • Tobacco
  • Homemade farming tools

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Boisterous
Detailed personality
Bold and family-oriented, a capable farmer who unflinchingly supports his family single-handedly through hardships. Strong in fights and mentally resilient, yet possesses kindness that cherishes his children and grandchildren.
Keywords
  • Boisterous
  • Family-oriented
  • Boasts physical strength
  • Tenacious
  • Farmer
  • Manly spirit
  • Straightforward
  • Considerate
Talents
  • All farm work
  • Woven hat making
  • Fighting techniques
  • Family support
Skills
  • Farm management
  • Thrifty (household management)
  • Labor management
Motivation
To protect and raise his family alone in place of his late wife.
Habits
Enjoys smoking tobacco and has a bold personality that does not hesitate in fights.
Favorite foods
Daikon, Local vegetables
Hobbies
Woven hat making, Field work

History

Backstory
Has run a farm in Nagano Prefecture, raising his family single-handedly. Lost his wife two years ago and works tirelessly for his son Sanosuke and other children. His fields were destroyed by yakuza landlords in the post town, so he now makes a living weaving hats. Known as a bold figure strong in fights, who even caught an arrow shot at him by surprise.
Work title
Rurouni Kenshin
Media type
Manga

Fields ruined by landlord yakuza

Significant event
Fields ruined by landlord yakuza
Description
His daikon field, the pillar of household income, was destroyed by the landlord, prompting the switch to woven hat making.

Reunion with Sanosuke

Significant event
Reunion with Sanosuke
Description
Fought his son Sanosuke, acknowledged each other's strength, and praised one another's efforts.

Relationships

Sagara Sanosuke

Child

Son. Grew into a strong and kind man. Upon returning home to protect the Nagano family, they had an even-matched fight. Bound by a deep bond.

Higashidani Uki

Child

Daughter. Reliable and strong-willed. Appears to have married her older brother Sanosuke after their reunion.

Higashidani Ota

Child

Younger son. Young and shy, but striving to strengthen his heart. Sanosuke cares for him.

Higashidani Nanami

Spouse

Wife. Passed away two years ago, leaving him to support the family alone.

Media appearances

Rurouni Kenshin

Manga / Supporting

Voice cast and creators

Nobuhiro Watsuki

Creator name
Nobuhiro Watsuki
Role
Original author

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