Naoto Hayashimura makes his first appearance in "Tokyo Ghoul:re" as a male investigator with the rank of First-Class Investigator.
He was introduced into the story through a collaboration campaign between Shueisha and the magazine "an," which invited fans to submit ideas for new ghoul investigators.
Naoto Hayashimura is based on a real person, giving him a truly unique background among other characters.
Naoto used to aspire to become a hairdresser before joining the Commission of Counter Ghoul (CCG).
His past as a hairdresser is reflected in his quinque, which is named "Sening."
The name comes from "thinning scissors," a tool commonly used by hairdressers.
This clever detail directly honors both his previous profession and his creative inspiration.
Not only does Naoto Hayashimura's backstory mirror the real-life person behind his character, but even his quinque is designed with that history in mind.
This makes him stand out as a heartfelt addition to the "Tokyo Ghoul:re" universe.
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