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Yuki-Otoko (雪男 Yuki-Otoko, lit. Snow Man) is a snow yōkai and husband of Yuki-Onna.

Appearance[]

In the manga and the 1996 anime, Yuki-Otoko largely resembles Namahage but with a more slender, taller build.

In the 1985 anime, the Yuki-Otoko seen at the end of the GeGeGe no Kitarō: Saikyō Yōkai Gundan! Nippon Jōriku!! has grey hair instead of yellow hair in the previous episode.

Personality[]

Yuki-Otoko in the 1996 anime was extremely hostile towards whoever he considered foes, but despite harshness towards Kitarō, his family's attacks on humans were to save wildlife from poaching.

History[]

1968 Anime[]

1985 Anime[]

1996 Anime[]

Powers and Abilities[]

Freezing Breath

Icicle Projections

Icicle Sword

Avalanche:

Earthquake

Energy Shuriken

Blizzard Breath

Ice Giant (冷凍巨人 Reitō Kyojin): In 1968 and 1985 anime, Yuki-Otoko and his family were able to merge into an ice giant after they were melted.

Legend[]

The term Yuki-Otoko refers to a sasquatch cryptid of Japan. Because they live in the cold mountains, they are considered a variation of the Yeti. This Yuki-Otoko however, has elements of an Oni in his design, having horns, messy hair, a fanged-mouth, and straw clothing.

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