Summary
- Sakamoto's calm and less talkative demeanor is vital for his survival and keeping his family safe.
- Sakamoto chooses to stay mute to avoid revealing his weaknesses and to not put his family in danger.
- His character development will involve him talking more, expressing emotions, and valuing his family.
Sakamoto Days is one of the most talked-about anime of this season, and for the right reasons, of course. The new anime series from TMS Entertainment has garnered the community's attention right from the very first episode. It's true that the first few episodes didn't live up to the expectations of some fans when it comes to animation, but things might improve in the coming episodes. Also, it's hard to deny that the premiere episodes have surprised the fandom by flexing some incredible fight sequences.
The anime features several great and complex characters, including Shin and Lu Shaotang; however, it's the mysterious protagonist of the series that has everyone talking. Sakamoto's backstory is revealed in the very first episode. Still, we feel like we know very little about this character. The main reason behind the mystery surrounding this character is his habit of talking less. While other characters in the series can be frustratingly talkative at times, Sakamoto barely says anything.
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Sakamoto Believes In "More Action, Less Words"
His Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Taro Sakamoto, unlike other characters in the series, has a calm personality. He stays composed and never loses his cool, even in the most intense situations. He was once the world's top Assassin, and in that line of work, showing emotions is considered a weakness. From the very beginning, Sakamoto learned to suppress his emotions because he knew that sentiments like anger or anxiety could cloud his judgment, and one small mistake could cost him his life. For the very same reason, Sakamoto chooses to talk very rarely. He knows that expressing everything through words might reveal his weakness, and someone could use that against him.
Previously, Sakamoto's calm and less talkative demeanor helped him survive against some of the most powerful enemies. Now, this same habit of talking less keeps Sakamoto's family safe from his previous life. Sakamoto loves his wife and child dearly and can go to any lengths to keep them safe. He knows that some crucial information about his family might slip by if he's always showcasing what he's feeling through words. That's the same reason he prefers to communicate even with his biggest ally, Shin, through his thoughts. Even though he stopped being a "Killing machine," he doesn't let his guard down even for a second. Sakamoto is always analyzing his surroundings, and he can't be that cautious if he's always talking.
“Before I retired, I used my strength to hurt people. Now, I use it to protect the people I love. “ — Sakamoto.
There are all sorts of Assassins in this world, and no one knows this better than Sakamoto. Even his loyal friend Shin can read people's thoughts, which he uses to defend himself or attack someone. Sakamoto knows that there could be other people with similar or even better abilities, and not everyone would want to be his friend. That is why he has also perfected the art of hiding his thoughts. Shin can only read Sakamoto's mind when the latter allows him.
Taro Sakamoto's Development Later In The Series
The Former Assassin Will Start To Open Up More
Even though we, as fans, would love to see Sakamoto talking more, it does make sense why the character was written this way. People who truly know Sakamoto understand why he chooses to stay mute in almost every situation, so it's no wonder we haven't seen anyone, including his wife, forcing Sakamoto to speak more. In fact, people get shocked, even scared, when Sakamoto starts talking more. They start wondering if there's something wrong with him.
There's a big difference between not expressing emotions and not having any. Like any other human being, Sakamoto does feel anger or love. It's his love for his wife, Aoi, that prevents him from killing his enemies. He always honors the "No killing" rule imposed by his wife. Also, Sakamoto gets furious when someone threatens his family, including Shin and Lu Shaotang.
Sakamoto is a compassionate man who always helps someone in need. In fact, it was his caring nature that eventually helped Lu Shaotang survive against all her enemies. Of course, it was Aoi who tapped into Sakamoto's sensitive side, but it wouldn't have been possible if there was no goodness inside of him already.
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In the beginning, Sakamoto does come off cold, but he does open up later in the series. As the story progresses, we see our protagonist talking more and expressing more emotions verbally. He'll grow closer to Shin and Lu Shaotang and will start considering them a part of his family.
For now, Sakamoto may only express what he's feeling in his mind, but that'll change later in the series. We'll see him expressing love and care for his family through words, and yes, we'll also see anger getting hold of him when someone hurts his family. We may not see him being as talkative as other characters, but we'll surely hear his voice more later in the series.
- Release Date
- 2025 - 2025-00-00
Cast
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Matthew MercerTaro Sakamoto -
Dallas LiuShin Asakura
WHERE TO WATCH
A 2025 anime, Sakamoto Days is an action-comedy based on Yuto Suzuki's shonen manga, which debuted in 2020. The series follows Taro Sakamoto, a retired hitman who has been enjoying the family life for years. He spends his days running a small store alongside Shin, but his peaceful existence is regularly interrupted by ghosts of the past.
