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Yatogo Ryugen

Character

Yatogo Ryugen is a chunin of Konohagakure known for his curiosity and readiness to believe rumors. His idle remark about Sasuke Uchiha nearly cost him his life when Sasuke overheard him.

English Voice: Spike Spencer
Japanese Voice: Kengo Kawanishi
Age: Part II: 18
Village & Affiliations: Konohagakure
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Appearance

Short black hair hangs down along both sides of Yatogo's face, above small dark eyes. He wears the familiar Leaf flak jacket together with a bandanna-style forehead protector.

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Personality

Yatogo has an inquisitive streak and a habit of swallowing rumors whole, however little truth may back them up.

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History

Yatogo serves Konohagakure as a chunin. When talk spread that Sasuke Uchiha had slain the infamous Itachi Uchiha, he mused aloud about whether Sasuke stood to collect some kind of reward. Sasuke happened to be listening in nearby and came close to killing Yatogo and his companions over the remark, only for Tobi to step in and hold him back.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Yatogo Ryugen in Naruto?

Yatogo Ryugen is a chunin of Konohagakure known for his curiosity and his habit of believing rumors without much evidence behind them.

What did Yatogo say that angered Sasuke Uchiha?

Yatogo wondered aloud whether Sasuke Uchiha would receive some kind of reward for killing his brother Itachi, a remark Sasuke happened to overhear nearby.

How did Yatogo survive his encounter with Sasuke?

Sasuke nearly killed Yatogo and his companions in anger over the remark, but Tobi stepped in and held Sasuke back before he could carry out the attack.

What does Yatogo Ryugen's name mean?

Yatogo Ryugen's name translates to groundless rumor, reflecting his tendency to repeat gossip with little truth behind it.

What does Yatogo Ryugen look like?

Yatogo has short black hair hanging along both sides of his face above small dark eyes, and he wears Konoha's flak jacket with a bandanna style forehead protector.

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