Tsuru is the owner of a teahouse in the leftover town of Kuri, in the Wano Country. She is the wife of Kinemon and is known for her very caring but strong-willed nature. Tsuru is loved by her community for her kindness but isn’t afraid to speak up against injustice. She met Luffy D. Monkey and Zoro Roronoa when she was in danger and was helped by the Straw Hats. Even after her town was destroyed by the Beast Pirates, she survived and was joyfully reunited with Kinemon after the big battle. She is famous for her wisdom, her love for making treats like sweet dango, and her role in helping people during hard times.
Tsuru is a tall woman, standing at 191 cm, with the look of a classic ukiyo-e Japanese beauty.
She has a long face and eyes that give her a slightly strong and brave expression, but also a gentle aura.
She is 55 years old.
Tsuru is caring, helpful, and kind to everyone, especially people in need.
She never hesitates to help people, even those she does not know, like Luffy D. Monkey and Zoro Roronoa.
Tsuru can be strict, especially if someone does not listen to her advice or tries to turn down her kindness.
She is also honest and quick to speak out against unfair policies, like those of the shogun Orochi Kurozumi.
Tsuru was born in the Flower Capital of Wano Country and later became the owner of a teahouse in leftover town, Kuri.
She was once known as "Tsurujo" (Miss Tsuru) and was very popular at a mountain pass teahouse.
As a young woman, she was childhood friends with Kinemon, helping him correct his bad behavior and keeping him on the right path.
She survived a dangerous event called the "Mountain God Incident" 41 years ago, thanks to Oden Kouzuki.
Tsuru is skilled at running a teahouse and making special herbal medicines.
She used these skills to help Tama when she fell ill after drinking polluted water.
Tsuru is also brave and tough, never giving up even when facing big dangers.
- Kinemon: Tsuru’s husband, whom she loves deeply and waited for over 20 years during his absence.
- Kikunojou: Tsuru knew who Kikunojou really was, letting her work at the teahouse and supporting her undercover mission.
- Tama: Tsuru is like a guardian to her, helping her when she is sick or in trouble.
- Oden Kouzuki: Tsuru was rescued by Oden during a difficult event in her youth.
Tsuru’s favorite food is sweet rice dumplings (three-color dango).
Her birthday is September 15th. She has blood type F.
The voice actor for Tsuru in the anime is Shino Kakinuma, who is married to Toshio Furukawa (the voice of Ace Portgas D.).
Although there is another character named Tsuru in the series (a marine officer), they are not the same person.
"Leave this to me! I won't let them find you! Please, take back the Land of Kozuki!"
Meeting Luffy D. Monkey and Zoro Roronoa
One day, Tsuru was chased by Beast Pirates in the wastelands of Kuri.
She was rescued by Zoro Roronoa and soon met Luffy D. Monkey, who came looking for Zoro.
When she learned that Tama was sick from drinking dirty water, Tsuru took everyone back to her teahouse to help.
Helping Tama and Others
Tsuru worked with Kikunojou and Luffy to give Tama special medicine and made sweet red bean soup as a birthday treat.
When Tama hesitated to eat, Tsuru got strict, telling her not to waste food made with love.
Tsuru also welcomed foreign visitors, always treating everyone fairly.
Trouble with the Beast Pirates
When Zoro and Luffy fought off Bazil Hawkins and his group, Tsuru helped keep Tama safe.
Afterwards, she tried to protect the town when Beast Pirates suspected her and others of helping the resistance.
Sadly, the whole leftover town was burned down by the Beast Pirates, but Tsuru survived.
Surviving the Great Battle
After the fall of Onigashima Island, Tsuru was found alive, though injured.
She was finally reunited with Kinemon, sharing a happy moment after many years apart.
Tsuru joined the celebrations with other survivors in Kuri.
Tsuru is a strong woman both in spirit and action.
Even when things look impossible, she always helps others and is never afraid to stand up for what’s right.
Her courage and kindness make her one of the most beloved characters in Wano Country.
- Name: Tsuru
- Nicknames: O-Tsuru, Tsurujo
- Age: 55
- Height: 191 cm
- Birthday: September 15
- Blood Type: F
- Birthplace: Flower Capital, Wano Country
- Role: Teahouse Owner in leftover town, Kuri
- Favorite Food: Three-color dango
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