Kana Kimishima
Kana Kimishima
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君嶋 加奈
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| Personal Description | |
| Nihongo | 君嶋 加奈 |
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| Gender | Female |
| Age | 16 (Early) |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Occupation | College Student |
| Affiliation | North High |
| First Appearance | |
| Manga Debut | Episode 5 |
| Anime Debut | Chapter 10 |
| Japanese Voice | Miyuki Sawashiro |
| English Voice | Maggie Flecknoe |
- Role: Supporting character inParasyte
- Personality Traits: Rebellious, empathetic, intuitive
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Émile Durkheim
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| Born |
David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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| Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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| Nationality | French |
| Alma mater | École Normale Supérieure |
| Known for | Sacred–profane dichotomy Collective consciousness Social fact Social integration Anomie Collective effervescence |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies |
| Institutions | University of Paris, University of Bordeaux |
| Influences | Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill |
| Influenced | Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1] |
Personality and Characteristics
Kana Kimishima is characterized as a “bad girl” who stands out in her rebellious, disobedient attitude, often distancing herself from social norms and authority. Despite her outward defiance, Kana possesses a compassionate and intuitive nature that allows her to connect with others on a deeper level. Her intrigue and fascination with Shinichi Izumi lead her to develop romantic feelings for him, though these feelings remain unreciprocated. Kana’s attraction to him stems from a mix of admiration for his strength and a sense of mystery that surrounds him.
Kana has a unique sensitivity to detecting certain types of energy—she can sense the presence of parasites to a degree, though not with the accuracy that Shinichi and Migi possess. This latent ability, however, becomes both a gift and a dangerous vulnerability, as her attraction to Shinichi and her intuitive pull toward parasites eventually place her in harm’s way.
With wide eyes and a tense expression, Kana Kimishima reveals her fear, capturing the vulnerability and unease that arise in the face of the unknown.
Relationship with Shinichi
Kana’s connection with Shinichi is driven by her infatuation with him, stemming from her fascination with his mysterious demeanor and unique strength. Although she senses that there’s something different about him, she perceives it as an attractive, almost supernatural quality. Kana’s crush on Shinichi leads her to make increasingly risky decisions, as she is drawn to him and even puts herself in harm’s way to be closer to what she perceives as their “destined” bond.
Shinichi, while sympathetic to Kana’s feelings, is unable to reciprocate them and instead tries to protect her from the dangers that come with knowing him. He warns her of the dangers posed by parasites, but Kana’s belief in her own intuition—and her longing to be close to him—overshadow these warnings. Tragically, her intuition ultimately fails her, leading her into a fatal encounter with a parasite. Her death leaves a lasting emotional impact on Shinichi, adding to the guilt and sense of isolation he experiences as he battles his own transformation and the losses around him.
Role in the Story
Kana’s role in Parasyte serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by ordinary humans who cross paths with the hidden world of parasites. Her character brings a tragic element to the series, highlighting Shinichi’s inability to protect those he cares about despite his powers. Her death symbolizes the cost of Shinichi’s journey, emphasizing the toll his battle with parasites takes on his emotional well-being and reinforcing the theme of human vulnerability in the face of inhuman forces.
Relationships
Friendship Circle
Kana’s sense of isolation and her fascination with Shinichi’s uniqueness likely stem from feeling out of place among her own peers. Her friendships with other characters are mostly superficial, highlighting her attraction to Shinichi as a unique bond she longs to explore, even if it places her in danger.
Shinichi Izumi
Kana’s attraction to Shinichi creates a one-sided connection that drives her to take dangerous risks, ultimately leading to her demise. Her feelings, while unrequited, deepen Shinichi’s own emotional conflict, and her death serves as a catalyst for his struggle with guilt and isolation.
Legacy and Impact
Kana’s tragic end adds emotional depth to Parasyte, underscoring the theme of loss and the psychological toll that Shinichi’s battle brings. Her death signifies the risks of venturing too close to forces beyond human understanding and reinforces the limitations of Shinichi’s power, serving as a reminder of his responsibility and the consequences of the conflicts he faces. Through Kana, the story emphasizes the dangers of fascination with the unknown and the heavy burden Shinichi carries in trying to protect those around him.