Kobachi
CharacterKobachi worked as an editor for Shoueisha's food publication Tokyo Gourmet. Lured to the Ghoul Restaurant while chasing a story, he mistook the grim reveal for theatrical entertainment and became the first victim served up during the establishment's dismantling show.
Appearance
Kobachi stood at a decent height and kept a fit physique, a result of his regular trips to the gym. His pale hair split down the center of his head and swept toward each side, and a warm, easy grin tended to occupy his features.
Personality
Working the food beat left Kobachi well versed in cuisine and dining spots across the city. He carried himself in a light, upbeat manner. That breezy nature showed when the truth surfaced: told alongside Ken Kaneki and Ami that they were the intended meal, he laughed it off, convinced the whole scene was a gimmick staged by some novelty themed eatery.
History
During the Gourmet arc, Kobachi set out to produce a feature for his magazine and was drawn into the Ghoul Restaurant through Mitarai. Once inside, he was directed to bathe, put on a suit and tie, and wait to be brought before the audience. When the show began, Taro selected him first, carving him apart as the opening act of the dismantling spectacle. His flesh and blood were then presented to the assembled ghouls as a tough little appetizer to enjoy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kobachi in Tokyo Ghoul?
Kobachi was a magazine editor for Shoueisha's food publication Tokyo Gourmet who was lured into the Ghoul Restaurant while chasing a story for his magazine.
How did Kobachi die?
Kobachi was killed by the ghoul Taro, who selected him first and carved him apart as the opening act of the Ghoul Restaurant's dismantling show, serving his flesh and blood to the assembled ghouls.
Why did Kobachi go to the Ghoul Restaurant?
Kobachi entered the Ghoul Restaurant during the Gourmet arc while working on a feature for Tokyo Gourmet magazine, having been drawn in by Mitarai.
What did Kobachi think was happening when the truth came out?
When Kobachi learned alongside Ken Kaneki and Ami that they were the intended meal, he laughed it off, convinced the reveal was just a gimmick staged by a novelty themed restaurant.
What did Kobachi look like?
Kobachi was a fit man of decent height with pale hair parted down the center and swept to each side, and he often wore a warm, easy grin.
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