Kouzen Yoshimura

The mild-mannered manager of Anteiku

Manager of the coffee shop Anteiku, a tolerant and mild-mannered SSS-rate Ghoul.

Quotes

  • “Coexistence is the path to the future.”
  • “Avoid conflict and protect peace.”
  • “I won't let anyone get hurt.”
  • “Living together is what's important.”
  • “Anteiku is a refuge for Ghouls.”

Trivia

  • SSS-rate indicates the highest level of combat ability among Ghouls.
  • Continues to create a peaceful space at Anteiku as the manager.
  • Excels in combat ability but is basically non-violent.
  • Admired by junior Ghouls for his considerable tolerance.
  • Wearing glasses is one of his distinctive features.

Alternate names

Kouzen Yoshimura Manager Kouzen-san Anteiku's Owner

Tags

Anteiku Manager Ghoul SSS-rate Mild-mannered Tolerant Tokyo Ghoul Dark Fantasy

Profile

Species
Ghoul
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged man with white hair and glasses. Calm atmosphere with a gentle expression as his characteristic feature.
Height
About 175cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Silver
Distinguishing features
  • Glasses
  • White hair
  • Gentle expression
Iconic items
  • White coat
  • Glasses

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Mild-mannered
Detailed personality
Tolerant and kind to those around him. Calm and capable of rational judgment. Values his own beliefs and is considerate of his comrades.
Keywords
  • Mild-mannered
  • Tolerant
  • Calm
  • Rational
  • Kind
  • Thoughtful
Motto
Seeks the path of coexistence and places importance on avoiding conflict.
Talents
  • High combat ability (SSS-rate)
  • Calm judgment
  • Tolerance
Skills
  • Management skills
  • Winning hearts
  • Combat techniques
Motivation
To keep Anteiku as a peaceful place and explore the possibility of coexistence between Ghouls and humans.
Habits
Speaks in a calm tone and maintains a stance of avoiding conflict.
Favorite foods
Coffee, Japanese sweets
Favorite places
Anteiku, Quiet cafes
Favorite colors
White, Brown
Disliked situations
Pointless conflict, Fights
Disliked foods
Spicy food

History

Backstory
Possesses high abilities as a Ghoul but desires a peaceful life, runs Anteiku while aiming for coexistence between Ghouls and humans. Has experienced many battles in the past but currently devotes himself to store management.
Debut date
September 8, 2011
Work title
Tokyo Ghoul
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Volume 1

Becoming Anteiku's manager

Significant event
Becoming Anteiku's manager
Description
Became the manager of the coffee shop that functions as a refuge for Ghouls, providing a gentle space.

SSS-rate certification

Significant event
SSS-rate certification
Description
High combat ability recognized, earning top-class rating.

Seeking coexistence

Significant event
Seeking coexistence
Description
Actively engages in activities for coexistence between humans and Ghouls.

Relationships

Touka Kirishima

Supporting

Works together at Anteiku, supporting each other as comrades.

Ken Kaneki

Mentor

A figure who watches over Ken's growth as a Ghoul.

Anteiku

Anteiku: Leader

Media appearances

Tokyo Ghoul

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2011

Tokyo Ghoul

Anime / Supporting

2014 TV series

Tokyo Ghoul Live-action Movie

Movie / Supporting

Released in 2017

Voice cast and creators

Rikiya Koyama

Voice actor
Rikiya Koyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Naoya Uchida

Voice actor
Naoya Uchida
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Live-action movie version

Sui Ishida

Creator name
Sui Ishida
Role
Original author

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Studio Pierrot

Creator name
Studio Pierrot
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Kouzen Yoshimura Figure

Item name
Kouzen Yoshimura Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Anteiku Manager Tapestry

Item name
Anteiku Manager Tapestry
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited