Inomatsu
CharacterInomatsu is a genin of Konohagakure who once trained under Asuma Sarutobi. Much like Asuma's own squad, he was struck hard by the loss of his old mentor, and he appears among the mourners gathered at the funeral to grieve the fallen teacher.
Appearance
Long black hair and dark eyes define Inomatsu, and small black markings sit just below his eyes. At Asuma's funeral he was dressed in the customary Konoha mourning attire.
Personality
As with Asuma's genin squad, Inomatsu grieved deeply for the teacher who had once guided him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Inomatsu in Naruto?
Inomatsu is a genin of Konohagakure who once trained under Asuma Sarutobi and appears among the mourners at Asuma's funeral.
What does Inomatsu look like?
Inomatsu has long black hair, dark eyes, and small black markings just below his eyes, and he wore the customary Konoha mourning attire at Asuma's funeral.
Why did Inomatsu attend Asuma Sarutobi's funeral?
Inomatsu attended Asuma Sarutobi's funeral because he had studied under Asuma as his teacher and mourned deeply alongside others who had known him.
What is Inomatsu's affiliation?
Inomatsu is a genin shinobi affiliated with Konohagakure.
Who was Inomatsu's teacher?
Inomatsu's teacher was Asuma Sarutobi, the same jonin instructor who led Ino, Shikamaru, and Choji's team.
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Rights holders
- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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