Date Seiji

A silent swordsman who has a heart of courtesy and slashes at evil shadows. Date Seiji bears the Korin armor.

Date Seiji is voiced by Daiki Nakamura.

## Appearance and Personality

At a first glance, Seiji seems like he would be a nervous kind of guy, reluctant to speak or take action. He might even appear to be very cold, solely based on his appearance. However, he's actually got quite a warm personality and a gentle heart and has no problems speaking his mind or taking action. According to what his grandfather said about him, 'From a young age, Seiji seemed compelled to learn traditional Japanese techniques. Such as bonsai (an ornamental tree or shrub grown in a pot and artificially prevented from reaching its normal size) and shakuhachi (a Japanese bamboo flute, held vertically when played). As well as kendo. However, in the case of bonsai, he understands its attractiveness. He knows how to trim the plant in order to have its appearance reach people's hearts.'

At the same time, Seiji also seems to have a flexible sense of fashion and trends that are unique to young people.

**Fun Facts**

* Hobbies: Caring for swords and Japanese instruments such as shakuhachi, bonsai Bonsai
* Dislikes: Talking with women

## Biography

### Family History and Clan Lore

Seiji is a descendant of Masamune Date. (Masamune Date, 1567 AD - 1636 AD, was a famous general who built a castle in Sendai, the prefectural capital of Miyagi. He only had one eye and was often called the 'One-Eyed Dragon.')

### Early History

Seiji was born in Sendai in the Miyagi Prefecture of Japan. His family lives on the outskirts of Sendai at their family's dojo. This family has passed on the ancestral 'Korin' armor from one generation to the next. He grew up in a normal family, with his father serving as a police officer. His grandfather is the master and owner of their family dojo. Seiji is a master of Kendo. He was raised with specific family values and grew up with a strict grandfather as a teacher. Because of this, Seiji hates lies, liars, crooks, and anyone who breaks the law. However, due to this, Seiji can sometimes seem anachronistic in what he says or in his behavior.

### The War with Arago

(Translator's note: It's interesting that this was said because in season 2 we see Seiji driving Nasutei's jeep. Seiji, who was somewhere between 15 and 16 years old during this time. Despite the fact that the law in Japan stated that the youngest a person can begin driving at is age is 18.)

## Armor and Powers

### Weapon

Korin Sword 雷光斬 (Thunder Glow)

The long sword Korin sword can also be split and used in long lengths. A lightning striker with a special move that uses light as a source of power cuts off anything.

### Ballistic Attack

Rai Ko Zan 雷光斬 (Thunder/Lightening Thrust).

The sword of Korin is a long sword that be taken apart and still be used. The 'Rai Ko Zan' (Lightning Strike) is a special move that uses light as a source of power and has the ability to cut anything. Also, this blade can collect the light. It was also shown how it used light restore Ryo's blinded eyes. However, for as much as it can heal, this blade can also blind others with its light.

### Armor

Seiji was raised to show honor, respect, and gratitude. Because of this, he is the Samurai Trooper with a heart of "Rei" (courtesy). He can transform into the green-colored armor of "Korin". This armor has the ability to shine all of the time, whether in darkness or daylight. (That's not to say that its always glowing. To shine, Seiji has to concentrate and make it do so.) This armor also has the ability to identify cloaked or hidden evil, even able to pierce the veil of illusions to see the truth. This armor also plays a role helping people who are confused and lost, serving as a line of light that shines brilliantly in the darkness.

## Relationships

Yami (darkness) Masho "Anubisu" was a master at being able to manipulate darkness. Darkness, the opposite to light. Although both Seiji and Anubisu are both from the north (Seiji from Sendai and Anubisu from Aomori), they confronted one another as rivals during battle, not as true enemies.

Yayoi - older sister by five years

Satsuki - younger sister by two years

## Voice Actor Retrospective

Playing the role of Korin no Date Seiji - Daiki Nakamura

Born on December 25th. Born in Tokyo and belongs to 81 Produce. Major works include the anime "Zettai Zetsubou Denjara Jisan" (Jisan), "Gurren Lagann" (Dayakka), "Naruto" (Inoichi Yamanaka), "Hunter x Hunter" (Welfin), "Beast Wars" (Rhinox), "Lord Mojah" (Donmo), "Yokoyama Kouki Sangokushi (Liu Bei Gentoku), the foreign films "Twin Peaks The Return" (Jerry Horn), "Passion of Sheila" (Felix), "Birth of a Celebrity" (Kim Dulse), "Star Trek DS9" (Shea), "ER Emergency Room" (Dorsett), the drama "Cat Samurai 2" (Tagosaku), the film "Sakura No Ame" ( Takuma Tono), etc.

**TROOPER'S COMMENTARY 3: A message from five warriors**

In the midst of the bubble economy, in my mid-twenties, I had an audition when I was still in my second year at the office, and was asked to play the role of Seiji Date, who is 14 years old, blond hair, green in color, and austere for his age.

There were no scenes at home or school even though the character was a junior high school student. and fighting against enemies in armor....

This TV series was going to end without any major events, except for the fact that they aired the same episode in a row, but then it was going to be an OVA!

"Ki, ki, the characters became more beautiful..."

The events and autograph sessions started to come in, and we found out that there were enthusiastic fans, and each of the five of us, without anyone's suggestion, "Let's do something together! The first time we went to Shinjuku Theater Sunmall, we had a great time.

Our first show at Shinjuku Theater Sunmor was ....

We sold out the tickets in an hour, for a capacity of 1200 people... (as I remember, we almost broke even at that time, and had a party at Kaitenzushi, lol).

Since then, each record company has given us various jobs, such as events, solo albums, photo books, V-Cinema, TV animation "Momotaro Densetsu", and so on. Not only in Japan, but also in Palau personally, Hawaii together, and on TV, I've been featured on the evening news, and even an hour-long documentary program, which became a social phenomenon.

However, this activity will surely come to an end someday, and each of the five of us has different values and a different direction for our work in the future.

Now, when I look back on the past 30 years, I realize that at least this show was the catalyst that made our names, faces, and voices known to many people, and the encouragement and support of our fans gave us the strength and motivation to continue working in the industry. I am truly, truly grateful.

I liked the song "Till I Can Be the Sun" by N.G.FIVE, which contains the phrase "Don't leave luck to the heavens, call it yourself.

## Trivia

There is no "Spirit" element in the Western Zodiacal system. "Air" was the closest sign that could indicate "Spirit".

## Citation

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
2. ↑ Rekka no Omoi, Yuko Yamaoka, ed. Fan translation by The URWWS.