Kamiya Koshijiro
Founder of Kamiya Kasshin-ryu and Kaoru's father
Kamiya Koshijiro is Kaoru Kamiya's father in Rurouni Kenshin and the founder of Kamiya Kasshin-ryu. His belief in a sword that protects life defines Kaoru's dojo and values.
Alternate names
Koshijiro Kamiya
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- He is remembered as a traditional swordsman and dojo master, usually evoked through family memory and the legacy of his school.
- Iconic items
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- wooden sword
- Kamiya dojo
Personality and abilities
- Detailed personality
- Koshijiro is principled, protective, and idealistic about swordsmanship. His teaching rejects killing and insists that the sword should help people live.
- Keywords
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- principled
- teacher
- protective
- idealistic
History
- Backstory
- Before the main story, Koshijiro founded the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu style and raised Kaoru with its ideals. His absence leaves Kaoru to defend both the dojo and its philosophy.
- Work title
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Media type
- Manga
Media appearances
Rurouni Kenshin
Manga / Supporting
Rurouni Kenshin
Anime / Supporting