30 Kamado Tanjiro Quotes Straight from His Heart of Gold

The anime series "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" officially ended in 2019. However, fans didn't forget about their favorite show and, of course, their beloved central character Kamado Tanjiro.

Kamado Tanjiro is the primary protagonist of the manga series, "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba." His main mission is to avenge the murder of his family, becoming a Demon Slayer in the process.

Kamado is also hell-bent on saving his sister, who is alive but sadly becomes a demon herself. This turn of events leads him to another arduous undertaking; to find a cure for his sister so she can become human again.

As a Demon Slayer, Kamado has the supernatural power to breathe fire, namely "The Dance of the Fire God" or "Hinokami Kagura."

However, beyond his storyline and abilities, Kamado has become one of the most loved anime characters because of his character and personality. He is kind, caring, honest, and brave. Most of all, and no matter what he has gone through, he remains optimistic, tenacious, and determined.

Read the 30 quotes below to get a glimpse of this anime character's heart of gold.

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "The strong should aid and protect the weak. Then the weak will become strong.” | Image: AmoDays

Kamado Tanjiro Quotes about Morality and Protecting Others

"I won't let anyone suffer the same grief that we did." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Anyone who hurts my sister, Hashira or not, I won't let you get away with it." — Kamado Tanjiro

"None of them are like this. There are people that risk their lives for someone else. Because they are people that don't want others to go through... the same suffering and sadness that they did." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Never again. I won't let them be robbed for no reason." — Kamado Tanjiro

"There are monsters in this world. Monsters with no souls. Monsters who take life without hesitation, remorse, or regret. Their aggression... is something I can't forgive!" — Kamado Tanjiro

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "I won't let anyone suffer the same grief that we did." | Image: AmoDays

"The strong should aid and protect the weak. Then the weak will become strong, and they, in turn, will aid and protect those weaker than them." — Kamado Tanjiro

"In order to soothe the spirits of those it killed, and to make sure it claims no further victims... I will swing my blade down and lop off the head of any Demon without mercy! But I will not belittle those who regret their actions... and suffer over the things they did as Demons because Demons were once human. Because they were like me." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Killing for no reason without a second thought. Without any hint of remorse. I won't allow this kind of tyranny!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"If you can't tell the difference between good demons and bad ones, then you don't deserve to be a Hashira." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Don't stop. Run. You gotta protect Nezuko. Even if it means getting slashed by him at the same time." — Kamado Tanjiro

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "Never again. I won't let them be robbed for no reason." | Image: AmoDays

"I swear your big brother will save you no matter what." — Kamado Tanjiro

"There's no way they'd ever say that! Not ever! Don't insult my family!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"You've killed and eaten a lot of people! So don't play the victim! Your whole being is twisted! And I can't forgive that! You devil! I'm going to cut off your head!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"Killing humans is… unforgivable." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Don't wimp out! Save him! Save him! Save him! I”m not powerless anymore! Move!!" — Kamado Tanjiro

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "No matter how many people you may lose, you have no choice but to go on living. No matter how devastating the blows might be." | Image: AmoDays

Kamado Tanjiro Quotes about Strength, Working Hard, and Grit

"I'll keep my heart burning. I will not lose. I will not break." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Don't go down in defeat. Ablaze! Ablaze! Ablaze! Set your heart, Ablaze!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"The bond between Nezuko and me can't be severed by anyone!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"Remember, it's the heart that drives people so it can grow as strong as you need it to." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Breathe all the way into my fingertips! Meditation boosts concentration." — Kamado Tanjiro

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "I can do it! I know I can do it. I'm the guy who gets it done, broken bones or not." | Image: AmoDays

"No! Because once I've mastered it myself, I can teach them, too!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"No matter where you go, you're not getting away. I'll follow you to the ends of Hell, and I swear I'll slice your head with my blade! I'll never forgive you no matter what." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Novice swordsmen, all-powerful, all killed and fought in faraway places. And yet I still don't have the ability to go there. I feel like I'm falling behind!" — Kamado Tanjiro

"Why is it…when you're close to accomplishing something, right in front of you, another barrier appears?" — Kamado Tanjiro

"Work at it. All I can do is work hard! That's the story of my life." — Kamado Tanjiro

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "Don't go down in defeat. Ablaze! Ablaze! Ablaze! Set your heart, Ablaze!" | Image: AmoDays

"All of your emotions, I'll carry them into the battlefield. If I get hurt, I hope you'll look after me again." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Spirit alone isn't gonna get me anywhere! Use your head, not just spirit." — Kamado Tanjiro

"No matter how many people you may lose, you have no choice but to go on living. No matter how devastating the blows might be." — Kamado Tanjiro

"Rengoku is way more amazing than you! He's stronger! Rengoku didn't lose! He didn't let anybody die! He fought to the end! He protected them to the end! You're the one who lost! It's Rengoku who won!" — Kamado Tanjiro

Kamado Tanjiro’s quote: "Work at it. All I can do is work hard! That's the story of my life." | Image: AmoDays

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" has been nominated for different awards 11 times, taking home eight wins as well. These wins included Best Animation, Best Score, and Best Ending at the 2022 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.

At the same awards in 2020, the series took home Best Boy, Best Fight Scene, and Anime of the Year.

Kyojuro Rengoku also played a significant role in the "Demon Slayer" series, with fans mourning him after he passed away in season two. To delve deeper into this supporting character, read these 43 powerful Rengoku quotes.