Kambei's veteran retainer, steadfast and experienced, fights alongside the samurai.
Investigator in Rashomon who captures Tajômaru and presents evidence.
Farmer's son who runs away to the town, caught in the yakuza conflict in Yojimbo.
Manbei's brother-in-law who acts as a facilitator for the family's matchmaking efforts. He introduces Akiko to Isomura and arranges a meeting for Noriko, playing a key role in the daughters' romantic prospects.
Enforcer who captures Akemi and assists the Yoshioka school.
Minor character appearing in the temple duel sequence.
Mercenary and enforcer for the Yoshioka school, manipulates events from behind.
Young country boy turned Tokyo stock trader, later returns broke to become a farmer.
Ambitious protagonist returning to Tokyo in the final Oban adaptation; his new ambitions drive the story.
A fellow retainer who supports the collective effort surrounding Oishi's plan.
One of two loyal servants traveling with master Sakawa Kojūrō. He attempts to restrain his master's drinking habit, but both he and Kojūrō are ultimately killed by a group of arrogant samurai after a confrontation over Kojūrō's intoxication.
Senior official influencing business negotiations and corporate strategy
Daisuke Katō has 265 screen credits in a career dating back to 1936. Their work spans 17 cinematic universes — most prominently Nakano School Collection with 5 titles. Signature works include Seven Samurai, The Age of Lawless Moneymaking, Yojimbo. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 17 universes
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