In Demon Slayer, Sakonji Urokodaki is a swordsman cultivation specialist serving in the Demon Extermination Corps. He was originally a demon hunter in charge as an officer of the Water Pillar.

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His face is not known because it is hidden by a mask called a tengu mask. His hair is revealed to be silver-colored.
He is always wearing his Jinbei style kimono and a hooded head covering every time he travels.

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PERSONALITY

He’s shown to be an extremely strict instructor when he chooses Tanjiro Kamado as his pupil and takes him to a mountain that is low in oxygen to train. However, he also displays an element of security, showing his care for Nezuko Kamado during her brother’s classes and the final selection and even advising Nezuko not to attack human beings.

He didn’t have any plans to teach people how to become demon hunters following the constant death of his pupils by an undead from the final selection. He was elated when he realized that Tanjiro was alive after the demon hunt.

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HISTORY SAKONJI UROKODAKI Demon Slayer

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Urokodaki was a part of the demon hunters and the pillars 47 years ago.

Unknown at the time, the demons mocked him for his gentle face, and forced him to put on his Tengu mask.

47 years ago Urokodaki locked an evil hand in Mount Fujikasane.

He eventually retired from his job and went to reside in Mount Sagiri, to teach the next generation of hunters to water breathe. However, every one of his students perished at the hands of a monster he had captured.

A decade ago Urokodaki was a trainer for Giyu, Sabito and Makomo, who were selected for the final selection of which only Giyu was able to survive.

Why does Sakonji Urokodaki wear a mask?

Sakonji Urokodaki, who appeared during the first episode in the series, was the mastermind of Tanjiro Kamado. Giyu was the one to take Tanjiro as well as Kamado to Sakonji to assist in their training. Sakonji instructed Tanjiro by putting him through challenging tasks and forcing him to undergo painful and difficult training. At first, Sakonji disliked Tanjiro but admired Tanjiro’s dedication and the love he has for his little sister.

Sakonji assisted him by providing him with instruction. He grew up on the mountain by himself in a tiny wooden house. Sakonji was the one who looked after Nezuko during her sleep and allowed Tanjiro to complete the course without interruption. He taught Tanjiro how to utilize water techniques. When he was training, Sakonji always wore a mask. He wears masks every time. This is because Sakonji thinks the way he looks is hilarious, and anyone can make fun of Sakonji because Fighters must look flamboyant.

So he always wore a face mask. He also gave cat or fox masks to students he taught to bring good luck when they engaged in battles. Many members of his class were killed by the Hand Demon. Sakonji always regretted the loss. He was not a fan of anyone but he did like Tanjiro and was able to help Tanjiro. He offered Tanjiro that same mask to ensure good luck. The mask serves as an omen of luck and a protection. He charges the mask with protection spells.

His two most talented students (Sakonji Urokodaki)

He regrets that his pupils were killed by the hand demon. Two of his most talented pupils, Sabito and Makomo, were also easily executed by the hand demon. This caused Sakonji to doubt himself and his capability to train anyone. When Giyu was able to bring Tanjiro to him, he was unsure if he had the ability to train Tanjiro or not. Also, he was afraid that Tanjiro might lose his life to a hand-demon during the Demon Slayer Corp. Selection Exam. He utilized a variety of brutal techniques to prepare Tanjiro.

In the final session, Sakonji made Tanjiro break the huge stone boulder by using his sword. He told Tanjiro that not just the sword can help to break it, but also the inner drive to take on the Demon will assist. Tanjiro was unable to accomplish it. However, Sabito appeared as a spirit who helped Tanjiro and eventually Tanjiro fell over the rock and was able to become the master. At the exam where everyone was executed by the demon, Tanjiro would always aid any person who was against him.

He later killed the demon and escaped. The moment Tanjiro was crowned winner, Sakonji also presented him with the identical mask. He was given the mask for each student and was very satisfied with himself. Tanjiro was carrying the mask with him and wore the mask over his head. Then, he removed the mask.

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FINAL SELECTION ARC

Urokodaki received an email from Giyu Tomioka inquiring if he would train Tanjiro and to explain the situation of his sister and him that he was able to resolve. He then went out to find them.
After he discovered them, he impedes Tanjiro from attempting to take down the Demon by cutting it with his knife, declaring that he would not be able to finish the creature using an unwieldy weapon.

He warns him about how to defeat it, he sees Tanjiro trying to figure out ways to defeat the demon. He decides, using his sense of smell, that Tanjiro is not a pro at killing demons since the demons he fights are still friendly.