10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

10 Most Iconic Anime Masks


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Masks add an element of mystery to the anime characters we love. And, aside from the striking design and features, another thing that can make a mask iconic is the reason why a character wears it-the story behind the mask.

Let’s check out some of the anime masks that have made the most definite and lasting impression on anime lovers worldwide.


Kakashi’s mask (Naruto)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: black anime mask that covers half of Kakashi’s face

Kakashi has donned this simple mask for pretty much forever. The secret behind what lies underneath may be the biggest mystery of the entire Naruto saga.


Mamoru Chiba’s mask (Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: simple white masquerade mask

Mamoru Chiba’s alter ego, Tuxedo Mask, wears a white mask to complement his black tuxedo.


Kagetane’s mask (Black Bullet)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a white mask which exposes portions of Kagetane’s eyes and jawline

Kagetane dons a mask that suggests his real personality.


Hei’s mask (Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a white mask with a purple lightning symbol on the right eye and a red slit across the mouth

In order to hide his real identity, Hei wears this anime mask when taking on different jobs from The Syndicate.


Zero’s mask(Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a black and indigo mask which appears opaque on the outside, but is actually transparent from the inside

Lelouch’s alter ego Zero dons his signature mask in order to hide his true identity as he makes his rebellion against the Britannian Empire. Moreover, a small part of this anime mask can be moved down in order to expose Lelouch’s Geass*


Kaneki’s mask (Tokyo Ghoul)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a black leather mask which exposes Kaneki’s left eye and hair, and features a zipper in its mouth area in order to make eating more convenient

Kaneki wears an anime mask created by Uta which was inspired by Kaneki’s condition after he becomes a “One-Eyed Ghoul“.


Ichigo’s mask (Bleach)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a white mask with dark red designs that change patterns throughout the course of the series

Ichigo dons this hollow mask whenever he engages in battle.


Sogeking’s mask (One Piece)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a yellow and blue pointed mask which exposes Usopp’s nose and eyes

Usopp’s alter ego Sogeking dons an anime mask to hide his identity from the other Straw Hat members following his “leave” from the crew.


Tobi’s mask (Naruto: Shippuuden)


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: an orange swirling mask which exposes Tobi’s right eye

Tobi wears an orange mask in order to hide his real identity.


No Face’s mask (Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi [Spirited Away])


10 Most Iconic Anime Masks

Design: a white mask with purple marks on both eyes

And last but not least, we have No Face. Although it is not certain if this is a mask or No Face’s actual face, the indifferent expression shown is one that will haunt you for ages!

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