Kariko Tokoyama
CharacterKariko Tokoyama is a celebrated hairdresser who appears only in the original Sailor Moon anime. The Dark Kingdom converts her and her salon staff into the youma Mitsuami as part of a scheme to uncover Sailor Moon's true identity.
Appearance
Kariko carries herself as a polished salon professional, the sort of stylist whose reputation arrives ahead of her. Her surname nods to a traditional craft as well, since Tokoyama also names the hairdressers who tend to sumo wrestlers and kabuki performers.
Personality
As a well-known stylist she takes evident pride in her craft, and she commands a loyal group of assistants who follow her lead in the salon.
History
Before her transformation, Kariko runs a thriving styling business at the side of her assistants. Kunzite singles out the group and merges all of them into a single youma, Mitsuami, hoping the creature can expose which ordinary girl is really Sailor Moon. The plan comes to nothing, and Sailor Moon returns Kariko and her staff to their human forms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kariko Tokoyama in Sailor Moon?
Kariko Tokoyama is a celebrated hairdresser who appears only in the original Sailor Moon anime.
What happens to Kariko Tokoyama in the anime?
Kariko Tokoyama and her salon assistants are merged by the Dark Kingdom into a single youma named Mitsuami, though Sailor Moon later restores them to their human forms.
Who transforms Kariko Tokoyama into a youma?
Kunzite singles out Kariko Tokoyama and her assistants and merges them into the youma Mitsuami.
What is the youma Mitsuami's purpose?
The youma Mitsuami is created in hopes that it could expose which ordinary girl is secretly Sailor Moon, though the plan ultimately fails.
What is the significance of Kariko Tokoyama's surname?
Kariko Tokoyama's surname Tokoyama nods to a traditional craft, since the word also names the hairdressers who tend to sumo wrestlers and kabuki performers.
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