TV-Series
Description
Tauemon, legally named Katsura Uemon-no-jou Mizuki-no-ason Takamori, once served as a samurai but deserted after refusing a kill order, forfeiting his noble status and becoming a bandit. His chosen name "Tauemon," with "ta" meaning rice paddy, signifies his true devotion to agriculture over combat. He escaped the Lowly Realm alongside Kinta, Kaimaru, Yui, and Myrthe, rescuing them from the bandit Ishimaru who murdered their leader (Kaimaru's father) and planned to sell them. Crossing the Celestial Bridge into the Lofty Realm, their encounter with the goddess Sakuna destroyed the capital's rice garner, resulting in their exile to demon-plagued Hinoe Island.
Mild-mannered and conflict-averse, Tauemon possesses a gentle, emotionally expressive nature, often weeping openly during moments of empathy or distress. Despite his aversion to violence and bouts of self-doubt, he demonstrates resilience and a willingness to learn, dedicating himself to peaceful pursuits like farming. He holds extensive knowledge of rice cultivation, vital on Hinoe Island where he acts as Sakuna's primary agricultural advisor. He oversees rice field management, including water level adjustments, fertilizer application, and growth stage monitoring, offering detailed guidance during "Agricultural Assemblies" where Sakuna consults him on the rice's status. His farming expertise directly fuels Sakuna's strength, as her combat abilities grow with each successful harvest.
Initially perceived as a burden by Sakuna, their relationship evolves into mutual respect and partnership as they collaborate on rice production strategies. Tauemon consistently addresses goddesses with the honorific "Lady," reflecting ingrained respect. His closest bond among the humans is with Myrthe; they share cultural insights and mutual support, and he advocates for her desire to educate the children. He serves as a father figure to Kaimaru, whom he protected after the boy's father's death, and maintains generally positive relationships with Yui, Kinta, and the weasel samurai Ashigumo. His most complex tie is with Ishimaru, his former comrade whose descent into hatred and alliance with the demon god Omizuchi starkly contrasts Tauemon's pursuit of peace. During their final confrontation, Tauemon attempts to reason with Ishimaru, asking if he lives to find reasons to be glad he is alive—mirroring Tauemon's own journey from contemplating suicide after desertion to finding purpose in farming and protecting his found family. After Ishimaru's death and transformation into a specter, Tauemon delivers the final blow with his sword, laying his old companion to rest while mourning the life lost.
Following the defeat of Omizuchi and the Homusubi Specter, Tauemon remains on Hinoe Island with Sakuna, Yui, and Tama while the others return to the Lowly Realm. His character arc concludes with him achieving his lifelong dream of living as a rice farmer, embodying themes of peace and acceptance over vengeance. His non-combat support includes gathering balanced varieties of resources from the island when assigned collection tasks, differing from other characters who specialize in specific item types.
Mild-mannered and conflict-averse, Tauemon possesses a gentle, emotionally expressive nature, often weeping openly during moments of empathy or distress. Despite his aversion to violence and bouts of self-doubt, he demonstrates resilience and a willingness to learn, dedicating himself to peaceful pursuits like farming. He holds extensive knowledge of rice cultivation, vital on Hinoe Island where he acts as Sakuna's primary agricultural advisor. He oversees rice field management, including water level adjustments, fertilizer application, and growth stage monitoring, offering detailed guidance during "Agricultural Assemblies" where Sakuna consults him on the rice's status. His farming expertise directly fuels Sakuna's strength, as her combat abilities grow with each successful harvest.
Initially perceived as a burden by Sakuna, their relationship evolves into mutual respect and partnership as they collaborate on rice production strategies. Tauemon consistently addresses goddesses with the honorific "Lady," reflecting ingrained respect. His closest bond among the humans is with Myrthe; they share cultural insights and mutual support, and he advocates for her desire to educate the children. He serves as a father figure to Kaimaru, whom he protected after the boy's father's death, and maintains generally positive relationships with Yui, Kinta, and the weasel samurai Ashigumo. His most complex tie is with Ishimaru, his former comrade whose descent into hatred and alliance with the demon god Omizuchi starkly contrasts Tauemon's pursuit of peace. During their final confrontation, Tauemon attempts to reason with Ishimaru, asking if he lives to find reasons to be glad he is alive—mirroring Tauemon's own journey from contemplating suicide after desertion to finding purpose in farming and protecting his found family. After Ishimaru's death and transformation into a specter, Tauemon delivers the final blow with his sword, laying his old companion to rest while mourning the life lost.
Following the defeat of Omizuchi and the Homusubi Specter, Tauemon remains on Hinoe Island with Sakuna, Yui, and Tama while the others return to the Lowly Realm. His character arc concludes with him achieving his lifelong dream of living as a rice farmer, embodying themes of peace and acceptance over vengeance. His non-combat support includes gathering balanced varieties of resources from the island when assigned collection tasks, differing from other characters who specialize in specific item types.