TOUKO FUKAWA: Character Analysis 

Fukawa officially rivals Komaeda and Junko for most confusing analysis videos to make. I’m hoping that I did her justice! Also I didn’t get to include this in the video, but going along with Fukawa’s extreme fantasizing. I found this cool post on reddit that claims she could be a maladaptive dreamer. The post is super through and the user had a bunch of evidence to back up their claim! www.reddit.com/r/danganronpa/comments/51gdtx/toko_fukawa_and_maladaptive_daydreaming/

Plot twist: Toko wrote fifty shades of grey.

Honestly I believe ultra despair girls brought out the best in toko

I believe the same as you, that Genocider came to life after the boy who she confessed to mocked her. I would like to note that the way Genocider pins her victims looks like the way you'd pin something to a bulletin board... similar to how the boy she liked pinned her love letter to the bulletin board.

She pins her victims up as if they were on a bulletin board like he did with the love letter

Dude Touko Fukawa is seriously the most badass character ever. she had TWO SHSL TITLES! Super High School Level novelist and Super High School Level Murderer. She's super badass and no one can say anotherwise

since toko has an alter, that means her brain created jill as a way for her to cope with the trauma she went through. the reason why she may not have more alters is because she can cope (well kind of). because the first boy that toko loved basically betrayed her, jill most likely kills other boys that they both find attractive or are in love with as a way to prevent them from being betrayed again. this is just my take but yknow

OMG I have just realized Toko had an ahoge when she became the main character of ultra despair girls, how did it took me so long?

Toko: nobody likes me The fandom: *n o t h a t s w r o ng*

Toko was a mistreated child who just needed love

toko is genuinely pretty imo ..anyone out there..agree

Is no one going to mention the markings on Tokuo's thighs? I'm pretty sure their supposed to be a tally of how many people Genocider jack has killed

5:41 Syo was formed through childhood trauma. I have DID, the representation of the disorder was actually well researched and depicted (other than the violent/murdering alter trope which is horrible), so I believe this line is referring to the abuse from her mothers. When an alter is formed, it's actually involuntary, as well as what that alter does- Fukawa is doesn't want to kill people and likewise Syo isn't killing because she shares Fukawa's worldview. Her low self esteem to me is largely because of emotional abuse and bullying, but to form alters, you need pretty severe trauma (like the event she describes being locked in a closet) which causes your brain to form barriers that allow a distinct identity to develop and the individual to cope with the trauma by repressing the more distressing details of it. I hope this provides insight, because considering Syo to just be an aspect of her personality is the only part of this analysis that's lacking to me really. Like throughout there were things that I think could be clarified by a better understanding of DID. There's a lot of stigma and misinformation around this disorder but straight up thinking of them as two distinct characters who have to deal with each other's existence is the most accurate to this disorder and luckily pretty close to how the series depicts them.

I seriously want to give Touko a big hug.

Toko: Thinks that Byakuya will never expose her Byakuya: Toko is a murderer, named Genoside Jack

Theory: Touko wrote all of the Danganronpa dating versions.

during danganrnpa 1 toko was one of my least favorite characters aside from her serial killer side, however ultra despair girls definitely expanded on her character making her one of my favorite characters of the series, its pretty impressive how they made toko into such an interesting character after the first game imo

tOKO IS BEST GIRL EVER

Please keep in mind that DID cannot form after early childhood, because it only stops a personality from fully integrating so the host won't remember the trauma. I think genocider HAD to come from her mothers when she was young as this is some of the earliest and most intense trauma in the game.

Bless Toko

Toko is one of my favorite female characters in the series. She's so complex and I can sympathize with her the fastest since I know how it feels to be alone and really get into romance novels.

MY POOR SWEET ANGEL I JUST WANNA HOLD HER AND LOVE HER FOREVER

Another reason to ship Toko and Komaru: Komaru was Toko's first *real* friend, the first person Toko saw as a person she could truly trust.

Kodaka is just to amazing to be real. He creates these interesting mind blowing killing games for us to solve, great characters to learn backstories from, where does this creativity come from?!

*I like to think that Toko had straight A+s in Writing class.*

I originally thought that the dead child was going to be genocider-

I think Toko's mothers may have been ladies of the evening. I mean, look at Toko, overly modest in her clothes but she has a lot of candid thoughts. That and having a child would be a problem.

Poor Toko Like if you'd be friends with Toko

You pretty much explained this, but one aspect of her character that always bothered me was that she is so thoroughly masochistic, yet her worst fear is to be genuinely humiliated. Personally, I think that by developing masochistic tendencies, it could have alleviated the impact of the mockery she received from others. By deriving a pleasure from it, she could maintain the power in her relationships by stripping the enjoyment others felt from barading her. Just an idea though!

Toko has to be one of the most relatable characters in this series....

I loved Toko and this made me love her 10x more! Thanks Weeby!

I agree with you on togami. i think one reason why she loves him is because he's honesty and real with her, even if it isn't in a nice sense.

It only took a solid 20 minutes of refreshing :')

Could you do an analysis of one of the most underrated characters in Danganronpa: kazuichi souda

In Ultra Despair Girls the parts I enjoyed the most where the discussions Fukawa and Komaru had about manga, light novels and such. I found hers and Komarus opinions fascinating.

Mother of god. I can see why you took so long trying to complete this analysis. I had no idea she had so much depth to character.

It’s just a theory, so take it with a grain of salt, but I’m guessing that the reason why Toko hates taking showers is because of her low self esteem making her feel ashamed to even look at her own body.

Touko Fukawa always came off to me as the anime version of Moaning Myrtle.

Upon hearing Toko's past, I feel confident that she almost certainly has some form of PTSD. I'm no psychologist, so take what I say here with a pinch of salt, but I believe Toko's past is strongly indicative of Complex PTSD, which is linked to Dissociative Identity Disorder that manifests as Genocide Jack. Here's my thought process, and fair warning; it's a long one by RU-vid comment standards! First up, some clarification; PTSD and Complex PTSD are very similar, but stem from different circumstances. PTSD is usually caused by a single prominent event, and manifests roughly a month after trauma. However, Complex PTSD can be given as a diagnosis when the person has repeatedly experienced traumatic events through a long period of time. It isn't fully agreed if Complex PTSD is a form of PTSD or a separate condition. but in this case, Toko's situation more correlates with Complex PTSD. Complex PTSD is thought to be more severe if the trauma happens early in life, the trauma was caused by a parent, guardian, or something close to them, the person was alone when the trauma occurs, the trauma has occurred for a long period of time, or the person is still in contact with the abuser. Naturally, most if not all of these circumstances reflect Toko's family situation, though I do not know if Toko stayed in contact with her mothers before the events of Danganronpa to confidently say it is fully accurate. Her unstable family situation between two mothers likely exacerbated the trauma to some extent, but by how much I cannot say. So how does this manifest in Toko's behaviour? Well, symptoms of Complex PTSD are similar to PTSD, but can include behaviours such as, but not limited to, feelings of shame or guilt, difficulty controlling emotions, distancing oneself from friends/family, relationship difficulties, and destructive or risky behaviour. Sufferers may also believe that they are permanently damaged or worthless, or feeling like you're completely different to others. Toko is very quick to protect herself from others, and her putting words into people's mouths is indicative of distancing from peers and feelings of being damaged, worthless or different. Her inability to control her fantasies or lashing out may also indicate her inability to control her emotions. Another common trait of PTSD is avoidance and emotional numbing. PTSD victims will frequently take part in avoidance behaviours to push away thoughts and feelings. They will avoid places linked to trauma, and will sometimes distract themselves with work or hobbies. The former explains Toko's phobia of the dark, but the latter may be an influencing factor in her delving into romance novels and her writing. As for Toko's Dissociative Identity Disorder, it's worth bearing in mind that one of the most common causes of DID is trauma or abuse, especially during early childhood. PTSD also has a very strong link with dissociative conditions as a whole, solidifying the link that Toko's creation of Genocide Jack is due to her past trauma. Genocide Jack's personality may be strongly linked to her anger and humiliation caused by the boy who moved to Shikoku. Her memories of that boy, among many other emotions she had no outlet for due to her distancing herself from others, may have shaped the personality into an angry, vicious and lewd persona, and as many others in the comments have pointed her, her habit of pinning up her victims mirrors the act of the boy pinning up the letter... Though I must also add, much like how pinning the letter up started her path as the Ultimate Writer, pinning up victims starter her path as the Ultimate Serial Killer! I will reiterate that I am no psychologist, so if there are any inaccuracies I do apologise. This is mostly just my take on the matters Toko has gone through from what information I am aware of. If there are any more signs or symptoms, or I may be off base somewhere, do let me know!

Another sad thing is that I think when toko was young one of her mothers tried to drown her in a bath tub that’s why she’s afraid of bathing or showers and thats why togami thinks she stinks SHE DESERVES SO MUCH BETTER

So I have DID myself, and scientifically speaking, Genocider Syo would've had to be created from ages 6-9. I would say maybe because of how provocative Genocider is, maybe some sort of sexual abuse. Some more evidence towards my theory is that she murders any man she has sex with, which is maybe her form of revenge for Touko.

If Toko ever asks to be treated like dirt or says she's being treated like dirt, put a flower in her hair and wait for her to realize what you meant And if she doesn't get it, just say you like putting flowers in dirt

The one character I hated on danganronpa 1 but completely fell in love with after playing Ultra Despair Girls

Oh god I relate to her so much it hurts TW Like jeez, troubled home, dark events in the past, getting bullied as a child, introvert with bad/awkward social skills, eating disorder, writer/storyteller, having a ideological idea of love and romance from a young age because people rejected me which led to me reading fantasy like love stories, also just having a screwed up idea of love (I wanted to be in a relationship so bad I didn't even care if they abused me I just needed someone) generally quite, low self esteem, intrusive violent thoughts (which I don't like to admit I have but I do) Like, the list just goes on and on as to why I relate to her on such a strong level, I love her sm, she's such a comfort character for me ;_;

Wow... I didn't even realise how similar I am to Toko. Even though the way we go about things are different, it's for the same cause. For example, when I was little, I used to be a victim of racism, and was heavily bullied and isolated by my peers for it. It twisted my reality so much that I couldn't (and still can't) help but think that everyone I met would hate me. So if someone's didn't immediately reject me, I would push them away by giving them the silent treatment. "If they didn't hate me at first they will hate me eventually right?" Was my way of thinking. I too had to fill this void called loneliness, and I done it by making imaginary characters up in my head. There was a point where I would draw them and talk to the drawings... Now that I think about it I wasn't exactly sane in the head... Well, that's where the similarities end for now. I didn't have someone like Komaru in my life yet. ... That's a lot of "I"s

One thing thats never seems to be discussed is if Toko's mothers did truly mistreat her. I'm not saying that as in "oh, of course that couldn't happen!" Just that toko seems to be kinda unstable, and she would have biased against her mothers growing up, what with everything that happened in her life. Plus, if both mothers wanted to have equal claim to her, why then mistreat her so badly? Honestly, i feel as if there is more to this that toko doesn't know about, or somehow her mothers both cared for her and still treated her horribly. Idk it might be a confusing combination, and if so wow. No wonder toko is so messed up.

I remember when I first played Danganronpa 1, Fukawa was the person I hated more than anything else. Several years later and she is my favorite character from the entire franchise. That's character development done right ;)

Do one about Sonia! :D

I think the early trauma in her life caused her DID, it’s canon she has DID and it’s caused by repeated trauma from the ages of 7-9, the other personality is supposed to take in the trauma, that explains the nature of Jill.

Yasss TOUKO! I love Character Analysis videos!

omg p l e a s e do an analysis on seiko kimura (if possible)

Definitely do Hajime next!!! That would be such an interesting video :) Loved this Fukawa character analysis as well!!! I definitely missed this series and I'm glad you're back!

could you do ruruka andou character analysis?

Please do Peko Pekoyama! I beg of you!

her and fuyuhiko have the Best character development in this series, hands down

Maybe do an analysis on Ibuki, Sonia, or Kirigiri?

I would like you to do Yasuhiro Hagakure next. I mean he's the most important character in the whole series.

Omg! You made a Toko Fukawa analysis video! Thank you so much! It was amazing and very interesting! I love Toko's character. :3

these things make me love these characters even more

4:33 if elementary school is before the age of 5 then-- thats how Genocide jack/Jill happened, cause with D.I.D, you have to have something happen wether it be at age 5 or younger- also, the reason Toko doesnt shower often, is because when she was younger one of her mothers tried drowning her so she has a fear of water/showeing

Yesss, honestly toko is my favourite character in danganronpa 1. Just how she has a split personality with a serial killer, couldnt get any cooler.

Best. Character. Ever.

touko:lays on the floor nagito:sprey genocide jill:its abut fucking time

It would be cool to get an analysis on Byakuya Togami. I might be the only one but I think it would be interesting.

Sonia next please. Then again, I can't imagine to much info from that.

Am I the only one who low-key wants to read tokos books-?

Even if it is an hour long, I would love to see a video going over the relationship between Komaru and Toko

Because of Toko's severe trauma during her childhood, i believe Genocide Jack has been around for much longer before the first murder. Because Genocide Jack is the only alter we get to see, they're most probably are Toko's primary protector. My theory is, that she developed DID in her early childhood, when she was mistreated and abused by her mothers, the people who should've been protective of her, but she just didn't know about her condition, because that's sort of the point of DID - you're not supposed to know you have it. The trauma she survived as a child, i.e the closet lock-in, etc. was too severe for her to handle, so she developed DID, to protect herself from it. She passes all the criteria too, amnesiac barriers, time loss, memory loss, etc. so we definitely know this isn't just a farce or anything. When that boy she loved humiliated and betrayed her like that, I believe was when Genocide Jack, her primary protector snapped. They saw this boy as a threat to Toko's mental state and well-being and took all measures to protect her from that. Later on, when the killings continued, I can imagine Genocide J to start and project Toko's first love and it's miserable end onto other boys and killing them, which prevented Toko from getting hurt even further.

FUCK YEA MY MOST RELATABLE AND FAVORITE CHARACTERRRRR

Hey Weeby! Please may you do a Hiyoko Saionji, Ibuki Mioda or Ruruka Andou analysis! I love these videos, and it's so great to have you back! ♡

Toko: trusts Byakuya Byakuya: tells everybody her deepest seceret

I agree that she's had the most character development in the series. Like... I really wanna see that development eventually grow into a confident woman who doesn't see herself as lesser trash (much like Byakuya ironically) anymore. Could happen due to Komaru. :)

Fukawa is my spirit animal

“ friend? The last time I was called that was in a dream in grade school”

Hiya, Weeby! Thanks for the video! :D I was wondering if you're planning to do a video on your thoughts on the V3 characters sometime? With Japan already having the game, the rest of us need something to satisfy our V3 hype, and a character speculation video would definitely do that! (Then again, too much hype might be dangerous too... Hmm...)

I just wanted to say that these videos are awesome and super helpful! It really helps me understand these character more, which makes them a lot easier to write! THANK YOU!!!

Toko is precious and we need to protect her.

I have REALLY missed your analysis videos, Weeby! Keep up the good work ^^

Epic! Another great video X3 Can't wait for the trivia video. Also, glad you are back!

I've been loving your videos ever since I first saw your channel! They have so much effort put into them! Keep doing what your doing, I know you will be a very popular RU-vidr, and I hope you make it to 50,000 subscribers! Your videos are very funny and make a lot of sense! You are in my top 10 favorite RU-vidrs list! Your doing awesome, and I hope you have a wonderful RU-vid career! Bye! =)

I know byakua doesnt really care for Toko, But i hope she finds love one day.

This was one of your best character analysis vids yet~

I'm really glad you're back and amazing analysis on Touko! ^_^ I really liked her character and I learned a lot from this!

I'd love to see an analysis of hajime, ibuki, or kuzuryu! I love your analysis videos so much, they're incredibly in depth and I love the trivia segments you have at the end! Keep weebing it up! :)

I really like that character analysis of yours. Hey, was there a scene where Komaru talks free time with Tojo and she reveals a little backstory about how Syo was created. Also, I don't like how Toko dislikes her personality. Honestly, they should be friends because that's who they are and should accept that part of her. Also, why does Toko dislike Makoto? Aren't they friends? Anyway, have a nice day!

Toko Fukawa is so well written. Her personality(s) and overall design is amazing. She is most definitely my favorite character from Danganronpa

I'm so glad that these character analysis's are back! Can't wait for more!

i'd love to see a toko x komaru analysis video, as you mentioned possibly doing in the future!

I feel so bad for Toko ;-;... I lowkey lover her- she’s amazing and I just love her

Your character analysis are always so well done and impressive, they always make me feel like I suddenly like the character a little bit more now that I understand them better, also it's awesome to see a connection between what I see and something mentioned before that I might have overlooked or maybe didn't even know about it in the first place.

Whenever I start watching your videos I shout "love you!". I just think you're channel is great

Hello and welcome, in this comment section you will find: 40% people comparing themselves to Fukawa 60% idk

Great vid. Toko's character is definitely confusing, but also very interesting. I would also love to see a Hajime analysis video in the future.

Heya Weeby!! So happy you finally did Toko!! She is one of my favorite characters and I am so happy you did her!! This was an amazing video and I really enjoyed it!!

I'm happy you're doing these videos again, they're always so interesting. I would like to see a character analysis video for Chihiro Fujisaki, please.

Maybe genocide Jack was created to fill in a father feeling because if she reads so many romance novels she thought that a dad should be someone who rejects people and be aggressive so she has some sort of father feeling

Thanks for this vid! Toko's like my second fave.

I missed these so much! So happy these are back!

It's so great to have you back ^^ Thank you for this analysis; I really enjoyed hearing your ideas regarding her two mothers and the situation around her birth/childhood, as I never paid much attention to it or thought about it before. I can't wait for your video on V3 sometime in the future! :)

Best girl in the series here