Kotarou (Dog)
CharacterKotarou is a Shiba Inu kept as a pet by the ghoul investigator Take Hirako. He shows up mainly in supplementary artwork by Sui Ishida rather than in the core narrative, and his name was disclosed through a fan Q&A tied to the franchise.
Appearance
Kotarou is a dog of moderate size sporting a thick, fluffy coat and pointed, fox-shaped ears that stand upright. In every respect he looks like a textbook member of the Shiba Inu breed.
Personality
Illustrations usually show Kotarou with his tongue lolling out and his paws reaching toward his owner in a bid for attention. Those quirks paint him as a lively, playful companion, well matched to the temperament associated with his breed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kotarou the dog in Tokyo Ghoul?
Kotarou is a Shiba Inu kept as a pet by the ghoul investigator Take Hirako, appearing mainly in supplementary artwork by Sui Ishida rather than the core story.
What breed is Kotarou the dog?
Kotarou is a Shiba Inu with a thick, fluffy coat and upright, fox-shaped ears typical of the breed.
How did Kotarou the dog get his name?
Kotarou's name did not come from the main manga itself but was revealed through a franchise Q&A contest tied to Tokyo Ghoul.
What is Kotarou the dog's personality like?
Illustrations usually show Kotarou with his tongue out and his paws reaching toward his owner for attention, painting him as a lively, playful companion.
Who owns Kotarou the dog?
Kotarou belongs to ghoul investigator Take Hirako and appears chiefly in side material and extra illustrations.
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View on FandomThis content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the Tokyo Ghoul anime series, manga, and official materials. Tokyo Ghoul was created by Sui Ishida, published by Shueisha, and animated by Studio Pierrot. All rights to Tokyo Ghoul and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Created bySui Ishida
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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