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Watarai

Character

Watarai is one of the aides who serve Sei Asaki in Sakamoto Days. A weathered older man tied to the Japanese Association of Assassins, he answers his superior's instructions without hesitation and first appears deep into the manga's run.

Status: Unknown
Gender: Male
First Appearance (Manga): Chapter 143
Allegiances: JAA
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Appearance

Age shows plainly on Watarai, whose sunken cheeks and drooping handlebar mustache give him a gaunt look. His clothing follows the standard worn across the JAA, a plain black suit paired with a matching tie.

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Personality

The manga reveals little about his inner character. In his role beside Asaki he comes across as obedient, moving on orders at once. One such errand had him purchase a piece of art that was not even up for sale at the time, simply because he was told to acquire it.

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History

Watarai works as an assistant to Sei Asaki within the JAA, functioning as one of the assassins under that banner. He enters the story in Chapter 143 of the manga.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Watarai in Sakamoto Days?

Watarai is one of the aides who serve Sei Asaki in Sakamoto Days, a weathered older man tied to the Japanese Association of Assassins. He answers his superior's instructions without hesitation and first appears deep into the manga's run.

What does Watarai look like?

Watarai shows his age plainly, with sunken cheeks and a drooping handlebar mustache that give him a gaunt look. He dresses in the standard JAA uniform of a plain black suit with a matching tie.

Who does Watarai work for?

Watarai works as an assistant to Sei Asaki within the Japanese Association of Assassins, functioning as one of the assassins under that banner.

What kind of tasks does Watarai carry out for Asaki?

Watarai carries out Asaki's orders without question, including one errand where he purchased a piece of art that was not even up for sale simply because he was told to acquire it.

When does Watarai first appear in Sakamoto Days?

Watarai enters the story in Chapter 143 of the Sakamoto Days manga.

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