Chobihige

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Japanese Name: ちょび(ちょびひげ)
Chinese Name: 小胡子
Korean name: 쵸비
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Yūichi Nagashima Nagashima / Choo
Yūichi Nagashima Nagashima / Choo
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Natsume's Book of Friends
Natsume's Book of Friends
Release date: July 8, 2008

Character Setting

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Chobihige is a high-ranking spirit who first appears in the story to seek help from Takashi Natsume about a problem in the world of spirits. Known for his unique appearance, witty and sometimes arrogant personality, Chobihige often gets into funny arguments with Madara, even though he talks politely. He is called “Chobihige” or just “Chobi” because of his big head and small mustache. Though he seems pretty lazy and calm, Chobihige actually hides a big secret—he is really a powerful white dragon, which is considered a rare and lucky creature. Even other spirits are surprised and impressed when they learn about his true form.

Chobihige looks very unique with a head much bigger than his body.

He has a mustache, which is the reason for his nickname “Chobihige” or “Chobi.”

His posture is usually relaxed, and he sits formally when indoors.

In his true form, he appears as a shining white dragon that is considered very beautiful by other spirits.

Chobihige seems easy-going, but he is actually quite proud and sometimes arrogant.

He often speaks politely, always ending his sentences with “-de arimasu,” but adds sarcastic or harsh comments.

He has a peaceful side and doesn’t like fighting.

Chobihige thinks human children are cute, but he doesn’t really like them.

He says he can’t stand creatures with expressive faces.

He likes teasing Madara and argues with him a lot.

He is secretly very competitive and hates to lose.

Chobihige is a high-ranking spirit who claims to be above many others.

Not much is known about his past or real name.

He can pass through powerful barriers easily, showing how strong he is.

He starts being called “Chobihige” because his real name is unknown and he has a mustache.

Chobihige can pass through Madara’s protective barriers with no trouble.

This means he has a much higher spiritual rank than many others in the story.

His true power is shown when he becomes the “White Dragon,” a rare and very powerful creature.

Other spirits respect and admire his dragon form, calling it beautiful and special.

Chobihige talks to Takashi Natsume when he needs help.

He often bickers with Madara, making their interactions funny.

Other spirits sometimes gather around him, and some of them are very impressed after learning his true identity.

His nickname “Chobihige” means “small mustache” because of his looks.

He always ends his sentences with “-de arimasu,” and sometimes Madara mocks him by repeating this ending.

Although he acts polite, his words can be hurtful or teasing.

  • “The cheap bodyguard’s cheap barrier is useless.”

Meeting about the Spirit Circles

Chobihige first appears in the story called “The Girl’s Spirit Circle.”

He meets with Takashi Natsume because Touru Taki is drawing special circles to protect herself from a curse.

These circles are causing trouble because normal people are seeing spirits, and other spirits are affected by this.

Visiting Takashi Natsume

Chobihige waits in Takashi Natsume’s room, sitting very properly, even though he gets in without permission.

He uses polite words but makes sharp and sometimes sarcastic comments.

Frequent Arguments with Madara

He and Madara (Nyanko-sensei) often argue and tease each other.

Chobihige calls Madara’s protection “cheap” and is not afraid to say what he thinks.

True Form Revealed

In manga volume 27 and anime season 7, episode 5, it is finally revealed that Chobihige is really a white dragon.

Other spirits are shocked and very impressed, saying things like “he truly is something special” and “it makes sense why he acts so proud.”

Being a white dragon is extremely rare and considered a good omen or sign of luck.

In one of the anime’s special episodes, “Nyanko-sensei’s First Errand,” Hinoe says that someone with strong energy lives in the northeast.

It turns out that this person is Chobihige, which hinted at his true power even before the reveal.

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