Matsuri Washu is a Special Class Peacekeeper and a commander in Division II of the CCG, later serving as the acting Bureau Director following his father’s death. He is the eldest son of Yoshitoki Washu and a member of the Washu clan’s main family. Matsuri is known for his extremely logical and cold nature, showing little regard for human life when making tactical decisions. He consistently prioritizes mission success over the well‑being of his subordinates, a mentality that has earned him a particularly bloody record within the organization. Beneath his calculated exterior, he harbors a fierce belief in the supremacy of his lineage, yet he also feels suffocated by the weight of his family’s legacy.

His motivations are driven by ambition and a hunger for power, which lead him to become increasingly ruthless and willing to bypass moral boundaries to gain influence within the CCG. Over the course of the story, Matsuri undergoes significant development, growing more merciless and power‑hungry as he climbs the ranks. He is later revealed to be a ghoul himself, possessing the physical abilities characteristic of ghouls, including enhanced strength and speed, and he makes use of wire‑like techniques in combat. Key relationships include his father Yoshitoki, whose death propels Matsuri into a higher position, and the members of his own squad, whom he views as expendable tools. His role in the auction cleanup operation showcases his sharp tactical mind and unwavering decisiveness. As the heir to the Washu clan, Matsuri’s actions are central to the unfolding conspiracy within the CCG and the broader conflict between humans and ghouls.