East Kaio
East Kaio is a manipulative and treacherous villain driven by a deep-seated hatred for Japan, stemming from his mother's exile. He uses his charisma and loyalty to manipulate others, ultimately aiming to overthrow the Meiji government and Christianize Japan by force.
Quick Facts
What is Kaio's role in the Shimabara Arc?
Main antagonist
Where did Kaio raise himself?
China
What is Kaio's motivation?
Hatred for his homeland, Japan
What is Kaio's relationship with Shōgo?
Right-hand man and priest
How does Kaio die?
Killed by Shōzo Lorenzo with bombs
What is Kaio's ultimate plan?
To use Shōgo as a martyr to garner Western support and overthrow the Meiji government
Description
Personality
East Kaio is a complex and manipulative villain driven by intense hatred for Japan stemming from his mother's experiences as a persecuted Kakure Kirishitan refugee. While outwardly loyal and supportive to his associates, he is ultimately treacherous and self-serving, willing to use others to achieve his ambitious goals of overthrowing the Meiji government and establishing a Christian colony in Japan. His actions reveal a ruthless pragmatism and a deep-seated desire for revenge, masking a calculated and cunning personality beneath a veneer of devotion.