: The truth remains ambiguous, but Tsurumi's psychological manipulation successfully transformed Tsukishima into a stoic, dedicated soldier for the 7th Division.

: This episode is widely regarded by fans as one of the most emotionally resonant in the series, shedding light on why the seemingly "normal" Tsukishima remains so fiercely loyal to the eccentric Tsurumi.

: The English dub features Ian Sinclair as Hajime Tsukishima and David Wald as the manipulative Lieutenant Tsurumi.

In of Golden Kamuy (Episode 27 overall), titled " Igogusa ," the story shifts focus to the tragic and complex backstory of Hajime Tsukishima . Episode Summary

: Upon returning from the war, Tsukishima was told Igogusa committed suicide after hearing a false rumor of his death. This drove him to kill his father in a rage, landing him on death row. Lieutenant Tsurumi manipulated these events, telling Tsukishima conflicting stories about Igogusa's fate—first that she was alive and married in Tokyo, then later using a lock of her hair to motivate his loyalty.