Gintoki Sakata

The primary character of the Gintama series is Gintoki Sakata. He is a highly accomplished samurai who participated in the Joui War, and he is also the founder and president of the Yorozuya. His demonic look, silver hair, white clothes, and superb swordsmanship earned him the nickname "Shiroyasha" during the conflict. He is definitely one of the funniest anime characters.

Gintoki's character has a distinct combination of sarcasm and humorous timing, owing to his carefree manner and fondness for confections. The funny aspects of the series are largely derived from his interactions, which are full of satirical references to different anime and pop culture. In an alternate history Edo period, the silver-haired samurai maneuvers through surreal and chaotic situations, causing constant hilarity with his carefree demeanor and unexpected skill. Because of his complex nature and nontraditional methods of handling problems, Gintoki is a very memorable figure in the humorous anime genre, and his antics never cease to amuse admirers.

Gintoki Sakata is incredibly indolent. He is frequently seen with a stupid look on his face and spends his days reading Shounen Jump and giving his younger staff sage-like advice—even though the majority of the time he doesn't really know what he's talking about. Despite his advanced age, he exhibits many childlike characteristics; he has even referred to himself as a "child in a man's body."

Anime: Gintama