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Kotarou

Character

Kotarou was one of the modified humans produced through Akihiro Kanou's experiments. Once the doctor finished altering him, he was handed over to Maiko Abe, and he met his end at the hands of Shuu Tsukiyama during the effort to track Abe down.

Species: Modified Human
Height: 191 cm
Status: Deceased
First Appearance (Manga): Chapter 92
Allegiances: Maiko Abe
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Appearance

Kotarou carried a large frame, measuring 191 cm in height and weighing 94 kg, in keeping with the imposing builds seen among Kanou's altered subjects.

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Personality

The surviving material reveals little about how Kotarou thought or behaved, given how briefly he figures into the wider story.

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History

Created as an experimental modified human under Akihiro Kanou, Kotarou was passed on to Maiko Abe once the procedures on him were complete. When a search for Abe was underway, he crossed paths with Shuu Tsukiyama and was killed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kotarou in Tokyo Ghoul?

Kotarou was one of the modified humans created through Akihiro Kanou's experiments, later handed over to Maiko Abe once the procedures on him were complete.

How did Kotarou die?

Kotarou was killed by Shuu Tsukiyama when the ghoul crossed paths with him during a search for Maiko Abe.

Who created Kotarou?

Kotarou was created by Akihiro Kanou as an experimental modified human.

What did Kotarou look like?

Kotarou had a large frame, standing 191 cm tall and weighing 94 kg, in keeping with the imposing builds seen among Kanou's other altered subjects.

Who did Kotarou serve after his transformation?

After Kanou completed his experiments, Kotarou was passed on to Maiko Abe.

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