Kanao Tsuyuri is a major supporting character in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. She serves as a Demon Slayer and Tsuguko to Shinobu Kocho. Adopted by the Kocho sisters after a difficult childhood, Kanao initially struggled with decision-making and expressing emotions. She gradually overcomes these challenges through her experiences and bonds with others to become a formidable Demon Slayer.

Personality and Appearance

Kanao is a young woman of short stature with large, gentle purple eyes and black hair tied into a side ponytail. Her hair later develops pink tips. She wears a modified Demon Slayer uniform with a pleated skirt and white cloak.

Initially quiet and indecisive due to past trauma, Kanao relied on a coin flip to make choices. As the story progresses, she develops her own will and ability to express emotions, particularly during intense battles. She harbors a deep hatred for demons but shows compassion and determination to protect others.

Powers and Abilities

As a highly skilled Demon Slayer, Kanao possesses exceptional abilities.

• Flower Breathing: Mastered by observing Kanae Kocho
• Enhanced Vision: Able to predict opponents' movements
• Incredible Speed and Agility: Outpaces many fellow Demon Slayers
• Strong Will: Refuses to give up even against powerful foes
• Swordsmanship: Highly refined skills, praised even by Upper Rank demons

Trivia

• Her name contains characters meaning "chestnut," "flower," and "fall."
• Chose her own surname from multiple options
• Her main hobby is blowing soap bubbles
• Kanao's favorite drink is Ramune
• She keeps the coin given by Kanae in a memory box
• Initially, she had difficulty thinking for herself in battle situations
• She becomes a doctor after the Demon Slayer Corps disbands
• Marries Tanjiro Kamado and has descendants continuing their legacy