Matsu
CharacterMatsu is a Konohagakure townsman who once tended the counter at Ramen Ichiraku. Remembered far more for his slow wits than for any skill with noodles, he turns up in a handful of comic mishaps over the course of the series and in one of its feature films.
Appearance
Pale of skin, Matsu has black eyes and closely cropped black hair. His outfit is a white kimono, and he knots a length of rope around his head.
Personality
Others describe Matsu as a fool, and on top of that as dense. Per the third databook, the words he likes best are the nonsense line 'Doodoo bi doobi dooba.'
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History
Teuchi takes Matsu on alongside Nishi to cover Ayame's time off. As Matsu serves Naruto Uzumaki, he clumsily lets a finger slip into the ramen; Teuchi spots it, chides him, and orders up a fresh bowl, leaving a famished Naruto downcast. The film about the Crescent Moon Kingdom recasts him under the name Matsumoto as an employee of a circus that Michiru Tsuki runs within the Land of the Moon. Alongside Nishi and the rest of the troupe, he draws Shabadaba's forces away so that Team 7 can slip in to save Michiru.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Matsu in Naruto?
Matsu is a Konohagakure townsman who worked the counter at Ramen Ichiraku and is remembered more for his slow wits than any skill with noodles.
What does Matsu do at Ramen Ichiraku?
Matsu was hired by Teuchi alongside Nishi to cover for Ayame's time off, serving customers such as Naruto Uzumaki at the ramen stand.
What mistake does Matsu make while serving Naruto?
While serving Naruto Uzumaki, Matsu clumsily lets a finger slip into the ramen bowl, prompting Teuchi to scold him and prepare a fresh bowl, leaving Naruto disappointed.
What role does Matsu play in the Crescent Moon Kingdom film?
In the film about the Crescent Moon Kingdom, Matsu appears under the name Matsumoto as a member of Michiru Tsuki's circus, helping draw off Shabadaba's forces so Team 7 can rescue Michiru.
What phrase is Matsu known for saying?
According to the third databook, Matsu's favorite words are the nonsense phrase 'Doodoo bi doobi dooba,' fitting his reputation as a dense, foolish character.
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- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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