Tadasu Jumonji — Zatoichi and the Chess Expert Character Profile

About Tadasu Jumonji

Skilled chess player who forms an unlikely bond with Zatoichi.

Tadasu Jumonji — Character Profile

Alignment

Neutral

Species

Human

Abilities

Chess strategy, Swordsmanship, Psychological insight

• Strength: 7/10
• Intelligence: 9/10
• Charisma: 6/10
• Morality: 7/10
• Influence: 5/10

Character Facts

Played by

Mikio Narita

Appears in

Zatoichi and the Chess Expert (1965)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Tadasu Jumonji — Conflict Arch Enemy — Zatoichi (Shintarō Katsu)

  Rival swordsmen whose shogi games mask escalating hostility and mutual suspicion.

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