Captain Muramatsu

Captain of the Science Special Search Party

Leader of the Science Special Search Party, a calm and composed captain who is strict on missions yet earns immense trust from his subordinates.

Quotes

  • Let's protect the peace of Earth with our own hands, the Science Special Search Party
  • Leads the crew and supports Ultraman's exploits as a shadow hero
  • Loyal to missions, cares for subordinates, Science Special Search Party captain
  • Believes in Ultraman fighting kaiju and trusts the team's power
  • Overcoming crises with calm judgment is the captain's duty

Trivia

  • Captain Muramatsu's pipe tobacco is one of his trademarks.
  • Admired by subordinates as the calm commander of the Science Special Search Party
  • Dedicated items appeared named after Takeda Awahour, sponsored by Takeda Pharmaceuticals
  • Appears in several theatrical versions, with strong support from staff and fans
  • The design of the Science Special Search Party crew uniforms and helmets was decided through discussions with art staff

Alternate names

Captain Muramatsu Cap Captain Muramatsu

Tags

Science Special Search Party Ultraman Tokusatsu Captain Hero Leader Tsuburaya Productions 1960s Japanese Tokusatsu

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged man with short black hair. Always wears the Science Special Search Party captain's uniform, featuring a calm demeanor and stern expression.
Height
About 175cm
Weight
Secret
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Fond of pipe tobacco
  • Stern expression
  • Sturdy and stable build
Iconic items
  • Captain's hat (Cap)
  • Science Special Search Party Captain Uniform
  • Pipe tobacco
  • Coffee cup

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Cautious
Detailed personality
Loyal to missions and calm. Watches over his subordinates' actions and issues precise instructions as needed, a reliable leader who combines cool-headedness with kindness.
Keywords
  • Leadership
  • Calm and composed
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Cares for subordinates
  • Not a non-smoker
Motto
Let's protect the peace of Earth with our own hands, the Science Special Search Party
Talents
  • Strategic thinking
  • Command ability
  • Crisis management skills
  • Scientific knowledge
  • Leadership
Skills
  • Team management
  • Danger assessment
  • Tactical planning
  • Negotiation
  • Calm judgment
Motivation
As the mission of the Science Special Search Party, protect Earth, and pursue the safety of subordinates and the success of missions
Habits
Often smokes a pipe. Likes coffee. Rarely shows emotions outwardly but cares deeply for his subordinates.
Favorite foods
Coffee, Coffee from a cafe with an adult taste
Hobbies
Enjoying a pipe, Work planning
Disliked situations
Reckless actions, Subordinates in danger, Mission failures

History

Backstory
As the leader of the Muramatsu Unit of the Science Special Search Party Japan Branch, confronts various kaiju incidents and alien threats. Guides subordinates with calm command and handles coordination with Ultraman. Based in a headquarters near Tokyo, has overcome numerous crises.
Debut date
July 17, 1966
Work title
Ultraman
Media type
Anime

Ultraman series start

Significant event
Ultraman series start
Description
Debuts as the Science Special Search Party captain in the first work. Fights kaiju alongside the first Ultraman.

Gomora incident

Significant event
Gomora incident
Description
As the leader of the Science Special Search Party, successfully counters Gomora and various kaiju.

Zetton invasion

Significant event
Zetton invasion
Description
During the Zetton alien's Earth invasion, supports the team and fights to the end.

Ultraman's farewell

Significant event
Ultraman's farewell
Description
At Ultraman's departure, as the leader seeing him off with the crew members, leaves an impressive line.

Relationships

Officer Hayata

Subordinate

Fights kaiju together and shares the team's trust

Officer Ide

Colleague

Collaborates on inventions and tactics

Science Special Search Party

Science Special Search Party: leader

Media appearances

Ultraman

Anime / Supporting

1966 TV series

Voice cast and creators

Shōji Kōbayashi

Voice actor
Shōji Kōbayashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Tomokazu Sugita

Voice actor
Tomokazu Sugita
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Some remakes and derivative works

Eiji Tsuburaya

Creator name
Eiji Tsuburaya
Role
Original author

Tetsuo Kinjo

Creator name
Tetsuo Kinjo
Role
Writer

Toru Narita

Creator name
Toru Narita
Role
Character designer

Tsuburaya Productions

Creator name
Tsuburaya Productions
Role
Animation studio

TBS Television

Creator name
TBS Television
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Captain Muramatsu Figure

Item name
Captain Muramatsu Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Science Special Search Party Hat Replica

Item name
Science Special Search Party Hat Replica
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

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