Riichi
CharacterRiichi is an inn worker in Shukuba Town who dreams of one day running a hotel of his own. He turns up briefly during the search for Tsunade, when a mixed-up set of directions sends Sasuke to the wrong pair of people.
Appearance
Riichi's black hair is long and gathered into a ponytail at the back, above small black eyes. A broad, flat green hat sits on his head, and across his forehead are painted the characters for the three dragon tiles used in Mahjong.
Personality
Ambition drives Riichi beyond his current post at the inn, since he holds on to the hope of someday owning and operating his own hotel.
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History
Riichi crossed paths with the leads while they were tracking Tsunade. When Sasuke gave him a description of Naruto and Jiraiya, Riichi misread it and pointed him instead toward Buna and Shimeji.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Riichi in Naruto?
Riichi is an inn worker in Shukuba Town who dreams of one day running a hotel of his own. He appears briefly during the search for Tsunade, when a mixed up set of directions sends Sasuke to the wrong pair of people.
What does Riichi look like?
Riichi wears his long black hair gathered into a ponytail above small black eyes, tops it with a broad, flat green hat, and has the characters for the three dragon tiles used in Mahjong painted across his forehead.
What is Riichi's ambition?
Riichi hopes to someday own and operate his own hotel, rather than remain simply an inn worker in Shukuba Town.
How does Riichi factor into the search for Tsunade?
When Sasuke Uchiha, searching for Tsunade, gave Riichi a description of Naruto and Jiraiya, Riichi misread it and mistakenly pointed him toward Buna and Shimeji instead.
Where does Riichi work?
Riichi works at an inn in Shukuba Town.
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Rights holders
- Created byMasashi Kishimoto
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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