Who plays Nurarihyon in Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan?

Nurarihyon is played by Chikao Ohtsuka.

How is Nurarihyon connected to other characters?

Nurarihyon has 9 mapped relationships in Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Nurarihyon — Grandfather and Heir — Rikuo Nura (Jun Fukuyama)
A foundational familial and leadership bond where the elder guides the reluctant successor toward accepting his yokai heritage.
Nurarihyon — Grandfather — Rikuo Nura (Jun Fukuyama)
Protective yet demanding familial bond.
Nurarihyon — Sovereign vs Usurper — Inugamigyobudanuki Tamazuki (Akira Ishida)
A high-stakes power struggle over leadership and territorial control.
Nurarihyon — Clan Member and Leader — Gyuki (Jouji Nakata)
A hierarchical relationship where Gyuki's allegiance is tested but ultimately reaffirmed under clan authority.
Nurarihyon — Loyal Operative and Commander — Aotabo (Hiroki Yasumoto)
Aotabo operates as a reliable field agent carrying out Nurarihyon's strategic and protective orders.
Nurarihyon — Commander and Guard — Aotabo (Hiroki Yasumoto)
A formal command structure where Aotabo provides security for the clan leadership.
Nurarihyon — Confidant and Mentor — Yura Keikain (Ai Maeda)
A respectful dynamic where the elder provides philosophical grounding for the young onmyoji.
Nurarihyon — Hostile Operative and Clan Head — Gozumaru (Hiroyuki Yoshino)
Gozumaru serves as a hostile force targeting Nurarihyon's household and its members.
Nurarihyon — Clan Head and Attacker — Gozumaru (Hiroyuki Yoshino)
Gozumaru's attacks force Nurarihyon to confront and neutralize the hostile yokai.