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The 46 Best Anime Characters With Beards, Ranked
Vote on the anime characters with beards that are your favorite.
Ever notice how some of the most badass anime characters have facial hair? Anime characters with beards are usually older, with their scruff symbolizing their hardened attitude and sagely wisdom, but there are some that are on the younger sided just blessed with an anime beard. From villains like Gendo Ikari to heroes like Cowboy Bebop's Jet Black to more subtle bearded anime characters like Sanji from One Piece, this list ranks the best anime beards of all time.
Which anime character with beards do you like best? It doesn't have to look realistic, as some of the coolest beards in anime have unique designs that you would never see anywhere else - it just matter which ones are your favorite. Vote on them below!
- 1Naruto, Naruto Shippūden
Commander Asuma's rugged look with trimmed beard suits his gritty ninja experience. Though committed fully to the Allied Shinobi Forces, Asuma regrets the loss of his unborn child amid constant warfare. His relationship with student Shikamaru transcends teacher and pupil through mutual understanding.
- 2JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Eccentric Joseph combines martial arts with clever improvisation to outwit vampiric foes, complementing his silly personality. Under messy hair and showmanship lies sincerity passing experiences to subsequent Joestar generations. Though often comedic, Joseph demonstrates serious valor when stakes are truly dire.
- 3Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball: The Path to Power, Dragonball Evolution
Despite perverted antics, wise Turtle Hermit Roshi mentors generation after generation of martial artists. His small sunglasses-obscured eyes and bald head contradict muscular physique. Though flaws persist, Roshi's guidance develops Goku and Krillin into earth's mightiest defenders.
- 4
Sig Curtis
Fullmetal AlchemistBurly butcher Sig provides steadfast support for scientist partner Izumi behind his intimidating, muscular frame. Short blond hair tops Sig's grisly appearance, but his gentleness emerges through romantic devotion. His dependability anchors Izumi while enhancing her alchemic research.
- 5
Aged Captain-Commander Yamamoto appears frail but wields immense spiritual pressure as Soul Society's authoritative founder. His long white beard represents wisdom governing Shinigami ranks with uncompromising discipline. But Yamamoto's severity aims to uphold lasting peace and justice.
- 6Fullmetal Alchemist
Existing for centuries, wise alchemist Hohenheim’s appearance belies extensive life experience marred by painful missteps. Blond hair tops tired eyes lamenting past follies that doomed his people. But Hohenheim persists in secret hopes of correcting sins however possible.
- 7Naruto
Dark skin and white hair make jinchuriki Killer Bee resemble an ox like his tailed beast Gyuki sealed within him. Despite immense power, Bee maintains lighthearted positivity through improvised rapping. But his collaboration with Gyuki is envied by jinchuriki lacking control over their own beasts.
- 8Bleach
Affable Captain Kyoraku seems more interested in relaxing than commanding, but his laidback poise conceals lethal swordsmanship when roused into action. His eye-catching flower kimono and straw hat pair with lively wit, but Shunsui's jovial wisdom hides darker wartime burdens.
- 9Cowboy Bebop, Cowboy Bebop: The Movie
Jet Black: chasing bounties to earn a living. His tall, lean frame supports cybernetic arm replacements hinting at a mysterious past motivating Jet. Though often the serious voice of reason, Jet enjoys comrade camaraderie beyond just professional ties.
- 10
The Count
Vermillion: Bind of BloodWhile bereft of inherent power beyond immortality, cunning Count of Monte Cristo leverages wealth and secrecy to execute revenge from behind the scenes. Though conferred nobility, his elaborate attire conceals origins as common sailor Edmond Dantes bent on retribution through manipulating French aristocracy.
- 11Fate
Mighty King Iskander dominates battlefields through charisma and masterful strategy rather than raw power alone. His massive build and red hair reflect imposing presence inspiring absolute loyalty within troops. Respect for even opposing warriors allows Iskander to recruit worthy foes after demonstrating his noble qualities.
- 12
Monkey D. Garp
One PieceRespected Navy Vice-Admiral Garp shaped many iconic figures despite his goofy fist-of-love fairly odd discipline toward charges like Luffy. His Spartan training inadequately concealed paternal care toward family securing a lasting heroic legacy.
- 13
Vincent Volaju
Cowboy Bebop: The MovieUndead dark knight Volaju pursues aide Cardia to reclaim stolen knowledge granting immortality, concealed in trench coat and bandages masking unhealing wounds. Though seemingly heartless, Vincent shields Cardia from harm out of buried humanity resurfacing after centuries spent numbed by grief.
- 14Dragon Ball Z: Broly – The Legendary Super Saiyan
Stern Saiyan King Vegeta prized power over comrades, leading his people toward ruin. His regal armor and imposing widow's peak reflects cold ambition. But protecting prince Trunks created a small glimpse of compassion scarcely seen among the brutal Saiyans.
- 15Bleach
Humble family clinic doctor Isshin actually possesses immense spiritual pressure as an ex-Soul Reaper captain forced to abandon duties after meeting beloved Masaki. Behind silly antics, Isshin regretfully prepares children Ichigo and Karin to face supernatural threats he can't fully shelter them from.
- 16Space Battleship Yamato 2199, Space Battleship Yamato, Final Yamato
Lethal judgment executor Juzo eliminates demonic vampires that threaten mortal peace. His signature eyepatch represents singular focus on duties honoring Bushido code ideals passed down by his father Yajiro. Vampire princess Miyu's pure spirit stays Juzo's blade against certain targets contradicting his usual ruthless efficiency.
- 17
Shiro Fujimoto
Blue ExorcistAdoptive father Fujimoto tried shielding Rin from his demonic heritage by raising Rin normally. But when Rin's true nature emerges, caring Fujimoto sacrifices his life attempting to protect Rin from those who would misuse those powers. His priestly appearance hid daring determination.
- 18Naruto
Though aging and seemingly brittle, bridge builder Tazuna represents courage fighting Gato's domination despite lacking shinobi power. His short grey hair and beard project weariness after enduring immense loss building hope for the Wave Country through tenacious spirit alone.
- 19Tiger & Bunny, Tiger & Bunny
- 20Violent Cop
Mysterious mercenary Azuma calmly wields immense power over trees themselves that respond to the eerie tranquility projected through slender appearance. Though aligned with Zeref, Azuma shows wisdom subtly questioning the validity of blind obedience versus independent morality.
- 21
Hades
Fairy Tail - 22My Hero Academia
- 23
Shimon Muran/Solomon Muto
Yu-Gi-Oh! - 24
Tatsu
The Way of the Househusband - 25Naruto
- 26
Chaa
Angel Beats! - 27One piece
- 28
Go Koga
BleachBrash martial artist Gou compensates for average talent through dogged hard work training night and day. With spiky dark hair complementing his fiery spirit, underdog Gou struggles proving deserving of his father’s dojo despite lacking genius prevalent among rivals like Ryu or Ken. His grit earns respect exceeding expectations.
- 29Mobile Suit Gundam AGE
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