Komusubiman

Boy disciple whose weapon is the marble attack

Omusubiman's disciple, a boy character skilled in marble attacks.

Quotes

  • I've become independent now, gozanshu!
  • I'll do my best with marbles, gozanshu!
  • Master, let me show you the results of my training!
  • Omusubiman, leave it to me, gozanshu!
  • To protect my friends, I'll give it my all!

Trivia

  • First appearance in the spin-off work of the movie 'Omusubiman'.
  • One of the few characters who uses marbles as a weapon.
  • Distinctive bright lisping speech.
  • Continues traveling as Omusubiman's disciple.
  • Takashi Yanase devised it to balance Omusubiman's atmosphere.

Alternate names

Komusubiman Komusubiman

Tags

Profile

Species
Character (anthropomorphic rice ball)
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Round face with a pickled plum nose. Wears a characteristic disciple hat and outfit.
Height
About 120cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Round face
  • Pickled plum nose
  • Disciple hat
Iconic items
  • Marbles
  • Disciple outfit
  • Rokushakubo (staff)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Serious
Detailed personality
Komusubiman is reliable and serious in personality, sometimes taking a strict attitude toward selfish children. He grows into a dependable ally of justice.
Keywords
  • Serious
  • Disciple
  • Brave
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Growth
Motto
To become a full-fledged ally
Talents
  • Marble attack
  • Emitting steam
  • Flight ability (using staff)
  • Swordsmanship instruction
Skills
  • Improving combat skills
  • In training
  • Staff handling
Motivation
To become a full-fledged ally of justice like Omusubiman
Habits
Lisping speech that adds 'gozanshu' to the end of sentences
Favorite foods
Pickled plums, Simple Japanese food, Marbles
Person
Omusubiman, Batako-san, Jam Ojisan

History

Backstory
Became Omusubiman's disciple and became a young ally of justice skilled in marble techniques. First appeared in the spin-off 'Omusubiman' of the 2nd movie, set out on a journey after being recognized as qualified. Along with growth, became independent in actions.
Debut date
October 24, 1989
Work title
Soreike! Anpanman
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
TV Episode 122A 'Anpanman and Komusubiman'

Apprenticeship

Significant event
Apprenticeship
Description
Became Omusubiman's disciple and acquired techniques.

Independent Journey

Significant event
Independent Journey
Description
Along with growth, separated from Omusubiman, stood on his own, and set out on a journey.

Movie Debut

Significant event
Movie Debut
Description
Appeared in the 2nd movie spin-off 'Omusubiman'.

Relationships

Omusubiman

Guardian

Master and respected existence.

Omusubiman's sister

Only mentioned as existing.

Jam Ojisan

Mentor

Gently watches over Komusubiman aiming to become independent.

Batako-san

Teammate

Often receives help during travels.

Cream Panda

Friend

Travels together amicably, helping each other.

Ally of Justice

Ally of Justice: teammate

Media appearances

Soreike! Anpanman

Anime / Supporting

1989 TV series

Soreike! Anpanman: Baikinman's Counterattack (simultaneously screened)

Movie / Supporting

1990

Voice cast and creators

Takashi Yanase

Creator name
Takashi Yanase
Role
Original author

TMS Entertainment

Creator name
TMS Entertainment
Role
Animation studio

Froebel-kan

Creator name
Froebel-kan
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Komusubiman Figure

Item name
Komusubiman Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Marble Set

Item name
Marble Set
Category
Toy
Availability
Limited