Rurouni Kenshin

Himura Kenshin

A legendary former assassin known as "Hitokiri Battousai" during the Meiji Restoration, who wanders as a swordsman dedicated to never killing again.

Kaoru Kamiya

A skilled practitioner of Kamiya Kasshin-ryu and the heroine who supports the protagonist Kenshin's bonds.

Sanosuke Sagara

A former member of the Sekihoutai First Division and a boisterous brawler allied with Kenshin.

Myojin Yahiko

A youthful student of Kamiya Kasshin-ryu and growing comrade of Kenshin.

Megumi Takani

A beautiful doctor from Aizu who tends to the wounds of Kenshin and his companions.

Shinomori Aoshi

Former foe turned ally and leader of the Oniwabanshu, a secret clan of ninjas.

Makimachi Misao

A spirited female member of the Oniwabanshu who admires Aoshi Shinomori.

Saito Hajime

Former captain of the Shinsengumi's Third Division and cold-hearted swordsman; Kenshin's rival and later ally.

Hiko Seijuro

The thirteenth heir of the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu and Kenshin's master.

Kamiya Koshijiro

Founder of Kamiya Kasshin-ryu and father of Kaoru; believed dead but hinted alive in the Hokkaido arc.

Himura Kenji

Son of Kenshin and Kaoru, gifted with remarkable sword talent.

Sanjo Tsubame

A girl working at Akabeko and a close confidante of Yahiko, later becoming his wife.

Sekihara Tae

An attendant at Akabeko and part of the circle around Kenshin and his friends.

Sekihara Sae

Twin sister of Sekihara Tae and proprietor of Shirabeko.

Kashiwazaki Nenji

An elder of the Oniwabanshu and manager of Aoiya, who aids Kenshin and his group.

Hannya

A high-ranking Oniwabanshu special agent with a grotesquely altered face and formidable combat ability.

Shikijo

A giant guard of the Oniwabanshu skilled in headbutts.

Hotto

A middle-rank Oniwabanshu agent specializing in fire techniques.

Beshimi

A low-ranking Oniwabanshu stealth agent known for agility and body techniques.

Kurojo

An Aoiya employee and martial artist utilizing kotewashi-shuriken from the Oniwabanshu.

Shirojo

An Aoiya employee and martial artist similar in skill to Kurojo.

Omasu

An Aoiya employee and user of Oniwabanshu-style boxing, like Hannya and Misao.

Ohmime

An Aoiya employee using Oniwabanshu-style boxing, known for her seductive appearance.

Higashidani Kamishimoemon

Sanosuke's father; a farmer who supports his family alone in Nagano prefecture.

Higashidani Uki

Sanosuke's younger sister, responsible and strong-willed.

Higashidani Outa

Sanosuke's younger brother, a young boy who joins Kamiya dojo at age five.

Uramura

A police chief who trusts and aids Kenshin and his friends.

Oguni Gensai

An elderly doctor associated with Kamiya dojo and a guardian figure to Megumi.

Asahiyama Dankichi

A rickshaw driver in Yokohama, well-versed in the foreign settlement's affairs.

Elder Peaberry

A Western woman doctor using a false name, living in Yokohama's foreign settlement.

Muto Shogo

A young pirate leader from a remote island, hailed as the reincarnation of Amakusa Shiro and master of Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu.

Shiranui Party

An organization impersonating the Sekihoutai, committing crimes and antagonistic towards Sano.

Shishio Makoto

The main antagonist with severe burns on his back, a ruthless former assassin of the Meiji Restoration.

Yukishiro Enishi

Tomoé's younger brother and leader of the Six Comrades, opposing Battousai in revenge.

Udo Jin-e

A former Shinsengumi assassin known as "Udo the Assassin," a formidable foe.

Takeda Kanryu

A corrupt businessman involved in the illegal sale of new-style opium and schemes.

Isurugi Raijuta

A conceited swordsman who created Shinkoryu, obsessed with his own swordsmanship and ideology.

Inui Banjin

A wielder of the invincible iron armor and master of Jutsushiki Mutekiryū, member of the Six Comrades.

Kanzato Gōto

A devoted and earnest commander of Kenkaku Heiki, leading the assault on Kabato Prison.

Shimonji Ruriro

A Kenkaku Heiki commander overseeing the Otaru operation, known for his ruthless nature.

Urashima Taro

A legendary fisherman appearing indirectly in tales; not featured in Rurouni Kenshin related works.