From the Legendary Hitman Travel Mug

In the Netflix Sakamoto Days anime, Taro Sakamoto starts as one of the most feared assassins in Japan. He worked in the shadows, taking on high-risk jobs and finishing them without fail. Known for his calm focus and deadly skills, Sakamoto was at the top of the hitman world. People called him a legend. He could handle any weapon, move faster than the eye could follow, and take out whole teams of enemies by himself. In both the Sakamoto Days manga and the Netflix adaptation, his past is shown through flashbacks and the stories of other characters who still fear him.

A clear example of Sakamoto’s skill is shown when enemies come looking for him—even after he’s retired. In one early episode of the Sakamoto Days Netflix series, a younger assassin tries to take him out. The fight happens inside Sakamoto’s small convenience store. Instead of using deadly weapons, Sakamoto uses items from the store—like a broom, plastic wrap, and canned drinks. He dodges attacks with ease and disarms his enemy without killing him. This moment shows that he hasn’t lost his skill, even though he now avoids killing. It also shows his clever, peaceful way of solving problems.

So why did he retire? The answer is simple: love. Sakamoto fell in love with a kind woman who didn’t come from the world of crime. He wanted to build a life with her, one filled with peace and family. After getting married and becoming a father, he made the choice to leave his hitman days behind. He gained weight, started wearing an apron, and focused on running a quiet family run store. But the Sakamoto Days anime makes it clear—while his looks changed, his heart and skills stayed the same.

Taro Sakamoto’s past adds depth to his character. He was once deadly and cold, but now he’s warm, funny, and focused on protecting his family. His story in the Sakamoto Days Netflix show is about change, redemption, and strength without violence. Fans love him not just for his action scenes, but also for the calm life he’s trying to build. Even when the assassin world comes knocking, Taro Sakamoto shows that you can face the past and still choose peace.