TV-Series
Description
Oda Cinnamon Nobunaga is the reincarnation of the historical Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga, who met his end during the Honnō-ji Incident. Reborn as a Shiba Inu dog in modern-day Japan, he retains the memories, personality, and archaic speech patterns of his past life, including the phrase "de aru." He struggles to accept his canine form and expresses irritation at the overly cute name "Cinnamon," though he privately acknowledges his own cuteness. An internal conflict arises as his tail wags involuntarily during moments of happiness, contrasting his dignified past identity with current canine instincts.
Physically, he is a Shiba Inu with short fur, upright triangular ears, and thick eyebrows above his black eyes. His coat features cream-colored markings on his forehead, snout, underbelly, legs, paws, and the underside of his curled tail. He wears a large red kerchief tied around his neck, evoking his historical persona.
His personality blends assertiveness, pride, and lingering resentment. He harbors a deep grudge against Akechi Mitsuhide, blaming him for the betrayal and death at Honnō-ji, despite explanations suggesting Mitsuhide's innocence. He is highly sensitive to modern portrayals referencing his historical defeat and nickname "Fool of Owari," disliking terms like "fool," "stupid," or "idiot." He also manifests a fear of fire due to its association with his demise. Despite stubbornness, he pragmatically adapts to modern life, demonstrating curiosity about human inventions; he once mistook a children’s shampoo hat for a Tudor-style ruff.
His relationships are complex. Owned by Ichiko Oda, a young woman unaware of his true identity who chose him as a puppy despite others finding him "frightening," he lives alongside other reincarnated warlord dogs, including rival Takeda Shingen (a Pomeranian) and Uesugi Kenshin (a Borzoi). Their interactions alternate between camaraderie and competitiveness. He remains wary of Mitsuhide, reincarnated as a chipmunk under the care of Hideto Mitsu, a veterinary student resembling the historical Mitsuhide. Mitsu’s obsessive fascination with Cinnamon proves irritating.
He gradually reconciles his past and present identities. While initially resisting domestic dog behaviors, he increasingly embraces aspects like walks and social gatherings. His journey includes investigating the truth behind his betrayal, tempered by comedic interactions and a growing attachment to Ichiko. Despite occasional aggression toward figures linked to past enemies, such as Tokiyoshi Honganji, he demonstrates loyalty to those he trusts.
Physically, he is a Shiba Inu with short fur, upright triangular ears, and thick eyebrows above his black eyes. His coat features cream-colored markings on his forehead, snout, underbelly, legs, paws, and the underside of his curled tail. He wears a large red kerchief tied around his neck, evoking his historical persona.
His personality blends assertiveness, pride, and lingering resentment. He harbors a deep grudge against Akechi Mitsuhide, blaming him for the betrayal and death at Honnō-ji, despite explanations suggesting Mitsuhide's innocence. He is highly sensitive to modern portrayals referencing his historical defeat and nickname "Fool of Owari," disliking terms like "fool," "stupid," or "idiot." He also manifests a fear of fire due to its association with his demise. Despite stubbornness, he pragmatically adapts to modern life, demonstrating curiosity about human inventions; he once mistook a children’s shampoo hat for a Tudor-style ruff.
His relationships are complex. Owned by Ichiko Oda, a young woman unaware of his true identity who chose him as a puppy despite others finding him "frightening," he lives alongside other reincarnated warlord dogs, including rival Takeda Shingen (a Pomeranian) and Uesugi Kenshin (a Borzoi). Their interactions alternate between camaraderie and competitiveness. He remains wary of Mitsuhide, reincarnated as a chipmunk under the care of Hideto Mitsu, a veterinary student resembling the historical Mitsuhide. Mitsu’s obsessive fascination with Cinnamon proves irritating.
He gradually reconciles his past and present identities. While initially resisting domestic dog behaviors, he increasingly embraces aspects like walks and social gatherings. His journey includes investigating the truth behind his betrayal, tempered by comedic interactions and a growing attachment to Ichiko. Despite occasional aggression toward figures linked to past enemies, such as Tokiyoshi Honganji, he demonstrates loyalty to those he trusts.