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|Hirohiko Araki|[[File:ArakiKenshiro.png|{{ImageSize}}]] |
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|ja_kanji = ケンシロウ |
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|ja_romaji = Kenshirō |
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|status = Fictional {{S|Part 6}} |
|status = Alive {{S|Fist of the North Star}}<br />Fictional {{S|JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 6}} |
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{{Quote|Breaking news! The famous Japanese character Kenshiro defeated [[Raoh]] the villain after a showdown in West Shinjuku, Tokyo!|Newscaster|{{Ch|SO Chapter 107}}}} |
{{Quote|Breaking news! The famous Japanese character Kenshiro defeated [[Raoh]] the villain after a showdown in West Shinjuku, Tokyo!|Newscaster|{{Ch|SO Chapter 107}}}} |
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{{Nihongo|'''Kenshiro'''|ケンシロウ|Kenshirō}} is the main protagonist of ''[[Fist of the North Star]]'', |
{{Nihongo|'''Kenshiro'''|ケンシロウ|Kenshirō}} is the main protagonist of the ''[[Fist of the North Star]]'' series, created by {{W|Buronson}} and [[Tetsuo Hara]]. He is the 64th successor of the deadly martial art ''Hokuto Shinken'', which he uses to protect the weak and oppose those who seek to dominate a post-apocalyptic world. |
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Although he does not appear physically, Kenshiro is mentioned in the "[[Bohemian Rhapsody (Story Arc)|Bohemian Rhapsody]]" story arc of the sixth part of the series, ''[[Stone Ocean]]''. [[Hirohiko Araki]] has also drawn Kenshiro in a special 2007 issue of ''Weekly Comic Bunch'' and for ''Fist of the North Star''{{'}}s 40th anniversary original art exhibition. |
Kenshiro is also a fictional character within the universe of ''[[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]]''. Although he does not appear physically, Kenshiro is mentioned in the "[[Bohemian Rhapsody (Story Arc)|Bohemian Rhapsody]]" story arc of the sixth part of the series, ''[[Stone Ocean]]''. [[Hirohiko Araki]] has also drawn Kenshiro in a special 2007 issue of ''Weekly Comic Bunch'' and for ''Fist of the North Star''{{'}}s 40th anniversary original art exhibition. |
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==Appearance== |
==Appearance== |
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==History== |
==History== |
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===Background=== |
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In ''Fist of the North Star'', Kenshiro was originally an orphan from the Land of Asuras in the Republic of China and a descendant of the Hokuto Soke bloodline. He was sent to Japan by a former master named Jukei and was eventually taken in by Ryuken, the 63rd master of Hokuto Shinken. Ryuken named him after his older brother Kenshiro Kasumi, since they shared the same Big Dipper-shaped birthmark on their heads. He trained him alongside his other adoptive sons, Jagi, Toki, and [[Raoh]]. Despite being younger and more naive than his older brothers, Kenshiro was a promising student who ultimately earned the title of successor, much to the dismay of Jagi and Raoh. |
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===''[[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]]''=== |
===''[[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]]''=== |
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====[[Bohemian Rhapsody (Story Arc)|Bohemian Rhapsody]]==== |
====[[Bohemian Rhapsody (Story Arc)|Bohemian Rhapsody]]==== |
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Kenshiro and |
Kenshiro and Raoh are brought to life from their fictional manga series due to [[Ungalo]]'s [[Stand]], [[Bohemian Rhapsody]]. [[Narciso Anasui]] passes by a TV airing a news report mentioning that Kenshiro has killed Raoh in {{W|Nishi-Shinjuku|West Shinjuku}}, after Raoh had managed to kill several other fantasy characters. A witness claims it occurred in the exact same way as the original story. The whole incident causes mass damage and confusion to the city.<ref name="SO107">{{Ch|SO Chapter 107}}</ref> Eventually, Kenshiro is returned by [[Put Back]] to his original manga.<ref name="SO110">{{Ch|SO Chapter 110}}</ref> |
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==Video Games== |
==Video Games== |
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The following is a list of crossover video games that feature both Kenshiro and characters from the [[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]] series. |
The following is a list of crossover video games that feature both Kenshiro and characters from the ''[[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure]]'' series. |
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===[[Famicom Jump: Hero Retsuden]] (FC)=== |
===[[Famicom Jump: Hero Retsuden]] (FC)=== |
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[[File:KenshiroFamicom.png|left| |
[[File:KenshiroFamicom.png|left|frameless|80px]][[File:Kenshiro Sprite Famicom Jump.png|right|frameless|45px]] |
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Kenshiro is one of the sixteen heroes who joins the player's party. He can be recruited in Area 1 after crossing the bridge east of Hokuto Village and |
Kenshiro is one of the sixteen heroes who joins the player's party. Yamcha informs the player that he will be their ally and the conditions for meeting him. He can be recruited in Area 1 after crossing the bridge east of Hokuto Village and waiting at his fake grave at 22JT (Jump Time). He is required to be in the player's party in order to access Kaioh's castle and save Rin. After traveling through Kaioh's castle, they are confronted by Hyoh. When Kenshiro defeats him, he hands over the key to Rin's room, but Kaioh stands in their way once they reach there. Kenshiro then challenges Kaioh and is praised upon defeating him, though Kaioh warns that King Piccolo is more powerful. The group successfully rescues Rin in the next room, who informs the player that there are more allies that will come to his aid in West City. |
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During the final battle against King Piccolo's Rebel Army, Kenshiro's skill set consists of {{Nihongo|'''Hyakuretsu Ken'''|ひゃくれつけん}}, {{Nihongo|'''Tenha Kassatsu'''|てんはかっさつ}} and {{Nihongo|'''Musō Tensei'''|むそうてんせい}}. He is effective against Jaki, Hernandez, and Raoh. [[Esidisi]] refuses to fight against him, saying he has no time for him. |
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===[[Jump Ultimate Stars]] (DS)=== |
===[[Jump Ultimate Stars]] (DS)=== |
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[[File:JUS-Kenshiro.png|left|130px]] |
[[File:JUS-Kenshiro.png|left|130px]] |
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Kenshiro is a powerful close-range fighter and one of the many playable characters in the game. He becomes unlockable in Mission 1 of the Hokuto no Ken World by securing more wins than your opponent. Due to his speed and power, Kenshiro excels in close-quarters combat with fluid combo potential and one of the best special moves in the game. On stages with breakable floors, Kenshiro's special attacks can smash opponents through the ground, creating devastating knockout opportunities. |
Kenshiro is a powerful close-range fighter and one of the many playable characters in the game. He becomes unlockable in Mission 1 of the Hokuto no Ken World by securing more wins than your opponent. Due to his speed and power, Kenshiro excels in close-quarters combat with fluid combo potential and one of the best special moves in the game. On stages with breakable floors, Kenshiro's special attacks can smash opponents through the ground, creating devastating knockout opportunities. |
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{{Row|[[File:KenshiroHelpKoma.png]]|'''Help Koma'''|Grants the attached character automatic special gauge regeneration while they are active on the field.|w1=15%|w2=7%|w3=78%}} |
{{Row|[[File:KenshiroHelpKoma.png]]|'''Help Koma'''|Grants the attached character automatic special gauge regeneration while they are active on the field.|w1=15%|w2=7%|w3=78%}} |
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{{Row|[[File:Kenshiro2Koma.png|30px]]|'''2-Koma {{S|Support}}'''|Kenshiro delivers a swift two-kick combo, dealing damage and inflicting a speed reduction on the opponent.|w1=15%|w2=7%|w3=78%}} |
{{Row|[[File:Kenshiro2Koma.png|30px]]|'''2-Koma {{S|Support}}'''|Kenshiro delivers a swift two-kick combo, dealing damage and inflicting a speed reduction on the opponent.|w1=15%|w2=7%|w3=78%}} |
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===[[J-Stars Victory VS]]=== |
===[[J-Stars Victory VS]] (PS3/PS4)=== |
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Kenshiro is a playable character in ''Jump Force''. In the story mode's eighth chapter, "The Puppetmaster," [[Jotaro Kujo]] and Kenshiro go off to train. Monkey D. Luffy wonders where they're going, while Trunks guesses that they want to warm up before the final battle. Luffy follows them to watch their training, wondering what they'll talk about since both of them are usually quiet. Jotaro and Kenshiro both exchange rapid punches, yelling "ORAORAORAORA" and "ATATATATA", respectively. |
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Jotaro tells Luffy that he doesn't care much for talking, and Kenshiro agrees that some things are better expressed through one's fists. Luffy likes their way of thinking. After their match, Jotaro and Kenshiro praise each other, saying they've both improved. When they return to Trunks, he is unsettled by Jotaro, Kenshiro, and Luffy all staring at each other without saying a word. |
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Kenshiro was obtainable for a limited time as a collaboration character in the mobile game [[Puzzle & Dragons]]. |
Kenshiro was obtainable for a limited time as a collaboration character in the mobile game [[Puzzle & Dragons]]. |
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File:ArakiKenshiro.png|Drawn by [[Hirohiko Araki]] in ''Weekly Comic Bunch'' 2007 |
File:ArakiKenshiro.png|Drawn by [[Hirohiko Araki]] in ''Weekly Comic Bunch'' 2007 |
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==Trivia== |
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*In [[SO Episode 26|Episode 26]] of the ''Stone Ocean'' [[Stone Ocean (Anime)|anime]], [[Shigeru Chiba]] narrates over the events caused by the battle of Kenshiro and Raoh, referencing his narration across numerous pieces of ''[[Fist of the North Star]]'' media. |
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==References== |
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Revision as of 05:50, 28 March 2025
Kenshiro (ケンシロウ, Kenshirō) is the main protagonist of the Fist of the North Star series, created by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara. He is the 64th successor of the deadly martial art Hokuto Shinken, which he uses to protect the weak and oppose those who seek to dominate a post-apocalyptic world.
Kenshiro is also a fictional character within the universe of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Although he does not appear physically, Kenshiro is mentioned in the "Bohemian Rhapsody" story arc of the sixth part of the series, Stone Ocean. Hirohiko Araki has also drawn Kenshiro in a special 2007 issue of Weekly Comic Bunch and for Fist of the North Star's 40th anniversary original art exhibition.
Appearance
Kenshiro is a man with an extremely muscular build standing at a tall height of 185 cm (6 ft 1 in).[1] He has fairly short, dark, and unkempt spiky hair, accompanied by short, wide eyes framed by thick eyebrows. His most recognizable feature is seven circular-shaped scars on his chest in the shape of the Big Dipper, as featured prominently in Araki's second drawing of him.
He often wears a blue jacket-like shirt with a red undershirt, or no undershirt at all exposing his chest, with metallic shoulder pads and a leather wristband on his right arm and bandages on his left arm. He also wears pants of similar coloring and a belt and boots.
In Araki's first drawing of him, Kenshiro wears an open jacket held together in the middle with a "K" emblem. His outfit is adorned with several ladybug accessories and feathers. He also wears a watch, a ring, and has several tattoos such as hearts and a peace symbol on his arms. Araki's second drawing of Kenshiro has him wear only fingerless gloves studded at the knuckles and a pair of pants held up by two thin belts, similarly to Joseph Joestar and Jotaro Kujo respectively.
History
Background
In Fist of the North Star, Kenshiro was originally an orphan from the Land of Asuras in the Republic of China and a descendant of the Hokuto Soke bloodline. He was sent to Japan by a former master named Jukei and was eventually taken in by Ryuken, the 63rd master of Hokuto Shinken. Ryuken named him after his older brother Kenshiro Kasumi, since they shared the same Big Dipper-shaped birthmark on their heads. He trained him alongside his other adoptive sons, Jagi, Toki, and Raoh. Despite being younger and more naive than his older brothers, Kenshiro was a promising student who ultimately earned the title of successor, much to the dismay of Jagi and Raoh.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Bohemian Rhapsody
Kenshiro and Raoh are brought to life from their fictional manga series due to Ungalo's Stand, Bohemian Rhapsody. Narciso Anasui passes by a TV airing a news report mentioning that Kenshiro has killed Raoh in West Shinjuku, after Raoh had managed to kill several other fantasy characters. A witness claims it occurred in the exact same way as the original story. The whole incident causes mass damage and confusion to the city.[2] Eventually, Kenshiro is returned by Put Back to his original manga.[3]
Video Games
The following is a list of crossover video games that feature both Kenshiro and characters from the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure series.
Famicom Jump: Hero Retsuden (FC)
Kenshiro is one of the sixteen heroes who joins the player's party. Yamcha informs the player that he will be their ally and the conditions for meeting him. He can be recruited in Area 1 after crossing the bridge east of Hokuto Village and waiting at his fake grave at 22JT (Jump Time). He is required to be in the player's party in order to access Kaioh's castle and save Rin. After traveling through Kaioh's castle, they are confronted by Hyoh. When Kenshiro defeats him, he hands over the key to Rin's room, but Kaioh stands in their way once they reach there. Kenshiro then challenges Kaioh and is praised upon defeating him, though Kaioh warns that King Piccolo is more powerful. The group successfully rescues Rin in the next room, who informs the player that there are more allies that will come to his aid in West City.
During the final battle against King Piccolo's Rebel Army, Kenshiro's skill set consists of Hyakuretsu Ken (ひゃくれつけん), Tenha Kassatsu (てんはかっさつ) and Musō Tensei (むそうてんせい). He is effective against Jaki, Hernandez, and Raoh. Esidisi refuses to fight against him, saying he has no time for him.
Jump Ultimate Stars (DS)
Kenshiro is a powerful close-range fighter and one of the many playable characters in the game. He becomes unlockable in Mission 1 of the Hokuto no Ken World by securing more wins than your opponent. Due to his speed and power, Kenshiro excels in close-quarters combat with fluid combo potential and one of the best special moves in the game. On stages with breakable floors, Kenshiro's special attacks can smash opponents through the ground, creating devastating knockout opportunities.
Kenshiro unleashes a barrage of 17 punches, dealing additional damage afterwards. Repeatedly press X to increase damage. If the opponent is on a breakable floor, the final hit will send them crashing through.
Special Attack B: Hokuto Shin Ken Tenryu Kokyu Ho (北斗神拳転龍呼吸法)
Kenshiro gains Attack-boost status.
Kenshiro does 3 jabs, and then a barrage of 10 punches, dealing additional damage afterwards. If the opponent is on a breakable floor, the final hit will send them crashing through.
Special Attack B: Suieishin (水映心)
Kenshiro dashes forward at high speed with arms extended outwards.
Kenshiro waves his arms in a circular motion, releasing "Toki" that deals damage and inflicts a speed reduction on the opponent.
Special Attack B: Hiko - Jinchūkyoku (秘孔人中極)
Kenshiro moves forward slightly with a quick jab. If it connects, he follows up with a rapid nine-hit combo, dealing damage and inflicting Judgment status on the opponent.
Kenshiro envelops himself in a circular blue aura before detonating it, dealing damage to any nearby opponents.
Special Attack B: Memories of Formidable Foes (強敵の記憶, Tomo no Saoku)
Kenshiro surrounds himself with images of Shin, Rei, Shu and Toki, who merge with him, granting him a boost in SP energy and Attack.
Kenshiro envelops himself in a blue aura before thrusting both arms forward, unleashing a powerful blue beam.
Special Attack B: Musou Tensei (無想転生)
Kenshiro surrounds himself in a blue aura. When struck, he creates afterimages of himself, then delivers a counter that inflicts massive damage. This also grants Kenshiro a brief period of invincibility.
J-Stars Victory VS (PS3/PS4)
This section requires expansion.
Jump Force
Kenshiro is a playable character in Jump Force. In the story mode's eighth chapter, "The Puppetmaster," Jotaro Kujo and Kenshiro go off to train. Monkey D. Luffy wonders where they're going, while Trunks guesses that they want to warm up before the final battle. Luffy follows them to watch their training, wondering what they'll talk about since both of them are usually quiet. Jotaro and Kenshiro both exchange rapid punches, yelling "ORAORAORAORA" and "ATATATATA", respectively.
Jotaro tells Luffy that he doesn't care much for talking, and Kenshiro agrees that some things are better expressed through one's fists. Luffy likes their way of thinking. After their match, Jotaro and Kenshiro praise each other, saying they've both improved. When they return to Trunks, he is unsettled by Jotaro, Kenshiro, and Luffy all staring at each other without saying a word.
Puzzle & Dragons (Android/iOS)
Kenshiro was obtainable for a limited time as a collaboration character in the mobile game Puzzle & Dragons.
ケンシロウ
北斗神拳・ケンシロウ
北斗神拳伝承者・ケンシロウ
ケンシロウのジャケット
北斗の拳[究極版]の単行本1巻【ケンシロウ】
ケンシロウたまドラ
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Drawn by Hirohiko Araki in Weekly Comic Bunch 2007 -
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References
- ↑ Jump up to: 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Fist of the North Star Special: All About the Man
- ↑ Stone Ocean Chapter 107: Bohemian Rhapsody, Part 4
- ↑ Stone Ocean Chapter 110: Bohemian Rhapsody, Part 7
