The thirty-sixth chapter of Tokyo Ghoul disguises a predator's grooming as friendship, as Tsukiyama plays squash, critiques fashion, and shares gourmet books with Kaneki. Beneath the courtesy lies his obsession with Kaneki's blood and a plan already in motion.
Summary
Shuu Tsukiyama takes Kaneki to play squash and finds him hopeless at sports. Afterward they visit the cafe Tsukiyama had mentioned, where he orders iced coffee and lectures Kaneki on the clothing that would best suit his build and character. He produces a French gourmet volume he recommends, and as they discuss it Kaneki nicks his finger on the pages. Tsukiyama offers his handkerchief to stanch the blood. Asked about his history with Rize Kamishiro, Tsukiyama says she worked for his club but scorned his fixation on flavor and cuisine, likening him to foolish humans; he holds a grudge, branding her a pig for mocking him.
Tsukiyama carries the bloodstained handkerchief into the restroom, where his fixation on the smell of Kaneki's blood is laid bare as he calls him his ultimate feast. Once they leave, he proposes introducing Kaneki to top-tier taste through his Gourmet Club. Kaneki hesitates, then agrees, solely to collect the information Itori wants.
On arrival, Tsukiyama hands Kaneki off to one of his club members, and it becomes clear he is indeed scheming against him.
Key Events
Tsukiyama continues cultivating Kaneki's trust while secretly obsessing over the scent of his blood, obtained through the paper-cut handkerchief. His past resentment toward Rize is revealed.
Kaneki accepts an invitation to the Gourmet Club to gather intelligence for Itori, walking straight into the trap Tsukiyama has prepared.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Tokyo Ghoul Chapter 36?
Chapter 36 follows Shuu Tsukiyama grooming Kaneki through a day of squash, fashion advice, and shared books, all while secretly obsessing over the scent of Kaneki's blood before inviting him to the Gourmet Club.
How does Tsukiyama get a sample of Kaneki's blood?
When Kaneki cuts his finger on the pages of a book Tsukiyama recommends, Tsukiyama offers his handkerchief to stop the bleeding, then secretly savors the bloodstained cloth in the restroom, calling Kaneki his ultimate feast.
Why does Tsukiyama hold a grudge against Rize?
Tsukiyama tells Kaneki that Rize Kamishiro once worked for his Gourmet Club but scorned his obsession with flavor and cuisine, comparing him to foolish humans, which left him resentful and branding her a pig.
Why does Kaneki agree to join the Gourmet Club?
Kaneki hesitates but ultimately accepts Shuu Tsukiyama's invitation to the Gourmet Club solely to gather the information Itori demanded about Tsukiyama and the Ghoul Restaurant.
Why is Tokyo Ghoul Chapter 36 titled Preliminary Arrangements?
Chapter 36 is titled Preliminary Arrangements because everything Tsukiyama does, from the squash outing to the bloodied handkerchief, is preparation for the ambush he has planned for Kaneki.
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