Yoriichi Tsugikuni
継国 縁壱 (Tsugikuni Yoriichi)
Character Profile & Japanese Name Analysis
Profile
- Race: Human
- Age: 24 (at death 80+)
- Rank: Legend
- Voice Actor: Kazuhiko Inoue
Correlation Diagram (相関図)
Relationships centering on Yoriichi Tsugikuni (Click to Zoom)
Who is Yoriichi Tsugikuni?
The creator of Breathing Styles. The strongest swordsman in history.
Appearance
Yoriichi resembles Tanjiro (ancestor model) but with a more serene, divine air. He has the same earrings and a birthmark on his forehead. His expression is usually blank or sad.
Personality
Quiet, humble, and deeply sad. Despite being a god-like swordsman, he saw himself as a failure who couldn’t protect what mattered. He was a deeply loving husband.
Abilities & Powers (能力)
Natural talents and combat techniques beyond Breathing Styles.
Transparent World (Born with)
Could see inside bodies from birth. He viewed the world differently from ordinary humans.
Selfless State
Possesses no ‘fighting spirit’ (malice), making him undetectable to Akaza’s compass.
Sun Breathing
The original style. Moves so efficiently it looks like a dance. Muzan still has PTSD from it.
Crimson Blade
Can turn his blade red at will.
Japanese Name Meaning (Kanji Breakdown)
In Demon Slayer, names often hold hidden meanings related to the character’s destiny or personality.
- 継 (Tsugi): Inherit.
- 国 (Kuni): Country.
- 縁 (Yori): Connection/Fate.
- 壱 (Ichi): One/First.
Native Nuance: The First Connection to Inherit the Country. The originator.
Breathing Styles & Forms (呼吸・型)
Sun Breathing
- Sun Breathing
日の呼吸 (Hi no Kokyu)
Cultural Context & Hidden Details
Divine Child
His innate power and mark suggest he was a being sent by the gods to defeat Muzan.
Native Language Nuance
Uses ‘Watashi’. Very polite, archaic, and humble speech.
📖 Official Fanbook Data (公式ファンブック)
Details often missed in the anime:
- Height: 190cm
- Weight: 93kg
- Origin: Sengoku Era
- Hobbies: Shogi, Kite flying (as child)
- Favorite Food: White Rice
🤫 Taisho Whisper (Taisho Secret)
He was born with a mark and the Transparent World.
Famous Quote
“I am a man of no worth.”
