Myōjin Yahiko
Myōjin Yahiko
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明神 弥彦
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| Personal Description | |
| Birthday | January 17, 1868 (original) |
| Age | 15 (end of series, Hokkaido arc) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 127 cm (4’2″) |
| Weight | 23.1 kg (50.9 lbs) |
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| Weapons | Shinai |
| Occupation | Swordsman |
| Debut | |
| Episode | Act 3 |
| Anime movie | Episode 2 (2023 anime) |
Myōjin Yahiko (明神 弥彦, Yahiko Myōjin) is a key character in the Rurouni Kenshin series. He is the only son of a low-ranking samurai family that fell into poverty during the early years of the Meiji Government. Orphaned and struggling to survive, Yahiko was forced into a life of pickpocketing for the Tanishi yakuza, a group to whom his parents owed a significant debt.
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Émile Durkheim
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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] |
Appearance
Yahiko is a young boy with a small stature and a lean build. He has short, tousled black hair and expressive eyes that reflect his determination. He typically wears a simple, traditional outfit that is practical for his training and adventures.
Lost in contemplation, Myōjin Yahiko reflects on his journey and the challenges ahead, embodying the spirit of determination that drives him to become a true swordsman.
Personality
Yahiko is brave, determined, and often headstrong. Despite his youth and background, he possesses a strong sense of justice and pride. He can be impulsive, often rushing into situations without fully considering the consequences. However, he is fiercely loyal to his friends and shows great resilience in the face of challenges.
Powers and Abilities
With unwavering resolve, Myōjin Yahiko dedicates himself to perfecting his swordsmanship, channeling his passion and determination into every swing as he strives to become a formidable warrior.
Yahiko trains in Kamiya Kasshin-ryū, a style of kenjutsu taught by Kenshin Himura at the Kamiya Dōjō. Although he starts as a novice, Yahiko gradually becomes a competent swordsman, showcasing his agility and quick reflexes. His training helps him develop both physical strength and mental discipline.
Relationships
- Himura Kenshin: Yahiko looks up to Kenshin as a mentor and older brother figure. Kenshin’s guidance helps Yahiko grow into a skilled swordsman and a brave young man.
- Kamiya Kaoru: As a fellow student at the dōjō, Kaoru supports and encourages Yahiko in his training. Their friendship deepens as they face challenges together.
- Sagara Sanosuke: Yahiko admires Sanosuke’s strength and fighting spirit. He often seeks his approval and is eager to prove himself in front of him.
- Tanishi Yakuza: Initially, Yahiko is trapped in their grasp due to his family’s debt, but after Kenshin rescues him, he finds the courage to break free from their control.
Trivia
- Yahiko’s character represents the resilience of youth and the journey from adversity to strength.
- His growth as a swordsman parallels Kenshin’s own journey, symbolizing the passing of the torch to the next generation.
- Despite his small size, Yahiko often shows bravery and courage in battles, proving that determination can overcome physical limitations.