In the 128th chapter of Tokyo Ghoul, Ken Kaneki watches the Anteiku raid from a distance and wrestles with whether to enter the fight. Conversations with Nishiki Nishio and a desperate Shuu Tsukiyama frame his choice as the coffee shop's defenders fall under CCG pressure.
Summary
Perched high on a construction crane, Ken Kaneki surveys the clash below. Nishiki Nishio vents his frustration at the investigators for storming a simple cafe, branding the operation petty and pointless, and criticizes Yoshimura's gentleness in urging the staff to stay hidden. When Kaneki asks about his plans, Nishiki says he intends to see Kimi Nishino before leaving the 20th ward.
Kaneki reflects on why Yoshimura built the shop and for whose sake, recalling an untouched antique cup and guessing it may have been set aside for a particular person. As he resolves to step into the fight, Shuu Tsukiyama begs him to stay back and lunges at him, only to be restrained. Kaneki thanks Tsukiyama for the concern yet insists on standing with the Anteiku workers.
Key Events
Nishiki declares he will depart the 20th ward after visiting Kimi. Tsukiyama tries to physically stop Kaneki from joining the battle and is subdued. Kaneki commits to fighting alongside the Anteiku staff.
Notes
Called Street Wish, this thirteenth-volume chapter carries the Japanese title Machi Nozomu, given in English as Anticipation. A flashback briefly revisits Touka Kirishima, Kaya Irimi, and Enji Koma.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Tokyo Ghoul Chapter 128?
In Chapter 128, Kaneki watches the Anteiku raid from a construction crane while talking with Nishiki Nishio about the pointlessness of the CCG's attack. Shuu Tsukiyama tries to stop Kaneki from joining the fight, but Kaneki insists on standing with the Anteiku staff.
Why does Nishiki Nishio want to leave the 20th ward in Chapter 128?
Nishiki Nishio tells Kaneki he intends to see Kimi Nishino before leaving the 20th ward, frustrated that the CCG is storming Anteiku over what he calls a petty operation.
How does Shuu Tsukiyama react to Kaneki wanting to join the fight?
Shuu Tsukiyama begs Kaneki to stay back and lunges at him to physically stop him, but he is restrained. Kaneki thanks him for the concern while still choosing to fight.
What does Kaneki decide to do at the end of Chapter 128?
Kaneki resolves to step into the battle and stand with the Anteiku workers as the CCG raid presses on.
What is the English title of Chapter 128?
Chapter 128 carries the story title Street Wish, with its Japanese title Machi Nozomu given in English as Anticipation.
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