High-ranking yakuza leader who mentors or tests Masaru.
Tora-san's uncle, co-owner of the family shop.
Co-owner of the Shibamata sweet shop who provides a home base for Tora.
Family neighbor, practical and often involved in household dynamics and local events.
Family friend and local resident.
The family patriarch, strict but loving.
The family patriarch, full name of Uncle.
Tora-san's uncle, co-owner of Toraya shop.
Neighborhood resident and traditional craftsman
Tora-san's adoptive uncle who runs the traditional sweet shop.
Local neighbor and friend, provides community perspective and support.
Acquaintance of Tora-san, appears in later entries and special versions.
Masami Shimojō has 98 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Tora-san Series with 36 titles. Signature works include Tora-san's Forbidden Love, Talk of the Town Tora-san, Omoni to shounen. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 5 universes
Related entry on Wikidata (Q10868574), public domain (CC0).
