Kazuto Kirigaya
桐ヶ谷和人
Kirito (Kazuto Kirigaya) is the protagonist of Sword Art Online, known as the Black Swordsman. Trapped in various virtual reality games, his exceptional sword skills and determination to protect others drive the story. His dual-wielding style and relationships define his journey.
Overview
Kirito, real name Kazuto Kirigaya, is the protagonist of Sword Art Online. A beta tester of the virtual reality MMO, he is trapped inside it when the creator Akihiko Kayaba turns the game into a death trap. Kirito plays as a solo swordsman before meeting Asuna, and his unique Dual Blades skill earns him the nickname "the Black Swordsman".
After clearing SAO, he continues through the Fairy Dance arc to rescue Asuna, the Phantom Bullet arc in Gun Gale Online alongside Sinon and the Alicization arc, where he spends years in the Underworld with the swordsman Eugeo. Across these stories he is defined by loyalty to his friends and a willingness to carry burdens alone.
Kirito became the archetype of the isekai and virtual-world hero for a whole generation of viewers. He is voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka in Japanese and Bryce Papenbrook in English.
Personality & Traits
Kazuto Kirigaya is a protagonist character in Sword Art Online, also known as Black Swordsman, Beater, The Star King. Fans most often describe Kazuto as skilled, loner, protective.
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Voice Actors
| Voice actor | Language |
|---|---|
 Yoshitsugu Matsuoka | Japanese |
 Bryce Papenbrook | English |
 Patrick Keller | German |
 Luis Leonardo Suárez | Spanish |
 Alessio De Filippis | Italian |
 João Vieira | Portuguese |
Appearances
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kazuto Kirigaya?
Kirito (Kazuto Kirigaya) is the protagonist of Sword Art Online, known as the Black Swordsman. Trapped in various virtual reality games, his exceptional sword skills and determination to protect others drive the story. His dual-wielding style and relationships define his journey.
What anime is Kazuto Kirigaya from?
Kazuto Kirigaya appears in Sword Art Online, Sword Art Online II, Sword Art Online: Alicization, Sword Art Online: Alicization - War of Underworld, Sword Art Online: Alicization - War of Underworld Part 2, Sword Art Online: Ordinal Scale, Eromanga Sensei, Sword Art Online: Progressive - Hoshinaki Yoru no Aria, Sword Art Online: Extra Edition, Sword Art Online: Progressive - Kuraki Yuuyami no Scherzo. You can watch these anime on OZZO.TV.
Who voices Kazuto Kirigaya?
Kazuto Kirigaya is voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Japanese) and Bryce Papenbrook (English) and Patrick Keller (German) and Luis Leonardo Suárez (Spanish) and Alessio De Filippis (Italian) and João Vieira (Portuguese).
What makes Kazuto Kirigaya popular?
Kazuto Kirigaya has 9,607 favorites on MyAnimeList, making them one of the most beloved anime characters.