Youhei Nikaidou
Youhei Nikaidou is a character from the manga and anime series Golden Kamuy. He serves as a Private First Class in the Imperial Japanese Army's 7th Division. Originating from Shizuoka Prefecture, he is the twin brother of Kouhei Nikaidou.
Overview
Youhei Nikaidou is a character from the manga and anime series Golden Kamuy. He serves as a Private First Class in the Imperial Japanese Army's 7th Division. Originating from Shizuoka Prefecture, he is the twin brother of Kouhei Nikaidou.
Appearance
Youhei is a skinny man with black hair. As an identical twin, he shares an almost identical physical appearance with his brother, Kouhei Nikaidou.
Personality
Youhei holds severe grudges and acts on impulse. After being attacked by Saichi Sugimoto during an investigation in a red-light district, he harbored immense resentment and sought violent retribution.
Abilities
As a Private First Class in the 7th Division, Youhei possesses standard military training and skills in combat and firearms.
Background
Born in Shizuoka, Youhei eventually joined the 7th Division. Following a violent encounter with Saichi Sugimoto in a red-light district, he held a deep grudge. Defying direct orders from Lieutenant Tokushirou Tsurumi, Youhei and his twin brother attempted to kill the captive Sugimoto on their own. The plot failed, and Youhei was fataly stabbed by Sugimoto, meeting a brutal demise.
Relationships
He is the twin brother of Kouhei Nikaidou, with whom he acts closely. Lieutenant Tokushirou Tsurumi is his superior officer in the 7th Division. He formed a deadly enmity with Saichi Sugimoto, who ultimately killed him.
Trivia
His birthdate is listed as November 19.