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Mito Freecss (ミト゠フリークス, Mito Furīkusu) is the cousin of Ging Freecss and foster mother of Gon Freecss.[3]

Appearance[]

Mito 2011 Design

Mito's 2011 anime adaptation design

Mito Freecss 1999 Design

Mito's 1999 anime adaptation design

Mito 339

Mito's manga appearance

Mito is a young woman with fair skin, hazel eyes, and orange, shoulder-length hair. She wears a red, long-sleeved blouse that partly exposes her collarbones over a long cream-colored dress. She wears brown shoes. For accessories, she has a blue torc around her neck.

Personality[]

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Ging finds Mito

Mito is Gon's mother figure, as she has taken care of him since he was a baby. Gon stated that when he tries to picture his mother, Mito's image shows up. At first, she was against the idea of Gon following his father's footsteps by becoming a Hunter as well, but she accepts this later on. She is motherly, kind and patient, being able to put up with Gon's faults and tends to him very well. Mito also tends to get easily embarrassed, namely when her grandmother told Gon about when Mito was always lost when she was young.

Background[]

Young Ging & Mito - Episode 37 2011

Mito and Ging in their youth

Mito and Ging used to be very close when they were children. She often got lost and the only person able to find her was Ging, to the point that the inhabitants of Whale Island started to gossip that she did it on purpose, although she does not seem to remember this. When Ging left to become a Hunter, she was very upset and told him not to return.[1]

Mito has had the guardianship of Gon since he was 2 years old. At first, she told Gon that his parents died in an accident soon after his birth but eventually reveals that his mother is unknown and his father, Ging Freecss, is a Hunter who left Gon in her care. Originally, Ging returned to his home on Whale Island to ask his grandmother to babysit Gon for him. Specifically, Mito fought Ging for custody of his infant son because she believed he was irresponsible. He has never returned.[1]

Plot[]

Hunter Exam arc[]

Against Gon becoming a Hunter from the start, Mito lied to Gon about his parents to keep him from following his father's path. Eventually, she makes the promise that should Gon catch the giant fish known as the Master of the Swamp, she will sign Gon's application to take the Hunter Exam. However, she only makes this promise because she believes the task is impossible, even giving Gon his father's fishing rod for the job. A couple of days before the Hunter Exam, Gon manages to catch the Master of the Swamp much to the surprise of Mito and everyone in Whale Island's harbor area. Even though Gon insists she does, Mito hesitates to sign the application form that would allow Gon to partake in the Hunter Exam.[3]

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Mito saddened by Gon's decision

Frustrated and reluctant to sign the application, she finally concedes after Gon reminds her about how she taught him about keeping promises. Back in their house, as Gon heads out to mail his Hunter application, Mito argues with her grandmother on how Gon figured out the truth about his father. Gon subconsciously apologizes to Mito, claiming he's known about the truth for a long time. That night in their dining room, Mito discusses with Gon why he'd want to pursue being a Hunter when his father abandoned him so he could continue being a Hunter. Gon's response, though, baffles Mito as he thinks being a Hunter must be an incredible profession. Agitated, Mito leaves Gon, exclaiming he's just like his father.[3]

HxH2011 EP1 Mito hugs Gon

Mito hugs Gon

On the day of Gon's departure, Gon approaches Mito, who stands by the harbor and thanks, her for everything she's done for him. Ashamed at herself, Mito apologizes to Gon and confesses that his father didn't abandon him, but she forced him to give Gon to her. Though Gon already knew she lied to him, as she refuses to make eye contact with him when she lies. As the ship sails off with Gon on board, the two wave goodbye to one another.[3]

Mito is mentioned by Gon when inquired by Killua why he wants to become a Hunter.[4]

Heavens Arena arc[]

In a meditative state, Gon reminisces about Mito.[5] She's briefly mentioned when Killua expresses interest in meeting her, making Gon reminisce about her and the other people he misses on Whale Island.[6]

Yorknew City arc[]

Gon with his Aunt, Grandmother and Killua upon arriving home

Gon with his "aunt" Mito, his great grandmother, and Killua upon arriving home

Upon Gon's return to Whale Island accompanied by Killua, Mito though delighted to see Gon and his new friend, has the boys get cleaned up while she prepares lunch with the help of her grandmother. Later, the boys head out into the forest area, and when Mito is brought up, Gon claims he respects Mito as his mother, while Mito eavesdrops behind some bushes. Afterward, while Gon and Mito do chores around the house and Gon admits he wishes to find his father, Mito fetches an iron box left by his father[7] and divulges everything she knows about Ging, most of which was her perspective from when they were young children. The following day, Mito continues doing laundry.[8]

Chimera Ant arc[]

Apparently, Gon reveals that he's gone on numerous dates with Mito back on Whale Island.[9]

13th Hunter Chairman Election arc[]

Mito receives a postcard from Gon featuring himself with a flock of Small-billed Swans.[10]

Dark Continent Expedition arc[]

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Mito, her grandmother, and Gon eating together

Sometime after meeting with Ging, Gon makes a surprise return home again. Mito, Gon, and his great-grandmother enjoy a meal together, and afterward, Gon explains why he didn't go on any adventures with Ging. Relieved that Gon has decided to stay home, Mito bombards Gon with piles of paperwork she's received from the government over the course of his adventure. She then demands that he write an 8,000-10,000 word report on all of his activities, 30 volumes journaling his personal history as a Hunter, and then in order to get certification for advancement of his academic level, his remote schooling from the department of social services education division has sent them 4 semesters worth of textbooks and tests. Gon cries foul, but Mito insists that kids who go to school work 100 times harder.[11]

Manga Appearances[]

Hunter Exam arc
1. The Day of Departure Debut
2. An Encounter in the Storm Mentioned
3. The Ultimate Choice Absent
4. Kiriko: Wicked Magical Vulpes Absent
5. The First Phase Begins, Part 1 Absent
6. The First Phase Begins, Part 2 Absent
7. Respective Reasons Mentioned
8. The Other Enemy Absent
9. A Struggle in the Mist Absent
10. An Unexpected Task Absent
11. The Inevitable Outcome Absent
12. The Chairman Awaits Absent
13. A Game at Midnight, Part 1 Absent
14. A Game at Midnight, Part 2 Absent
15. The Path of Majority Rules Absent
16. Enter the Taskmasters Absent
17. Disparate Choice Absent
18. The Two Aces in the Hole Absent
19. The Trap of Majority Rules Absent
20. Gambling Time Absent
21. Resolution Absent
22. The Last Question Absent
23. Two Enemies Absent
24. Crash Course Absent
25. The Second Day Absent
26. The Night Before the Showdown Absent
27. A Volatile Situation Absent
28. A Huge Favor Absent
29. Killua's Case Absent
30. The Slithering Trap Absent
31. By the Skin of Their Teeth... Absent
32. And the Final Test...? Absent
33. The Final Test Begins! Absent
34. The First Candidate Accepted?! Absent
35. Light and Darkness, Part 1 Absent
36. Light and Darkness, Part 2 Absent
37. Light and Darkness, Part 3 Absent
38. Ging Freecss Absent
Heavens Arena arc
44. The Heavens Arena Absent
45. "Ren" Absent
46. "Nen" Absent
47. The Invisible Wall Absent
48. Hisoka's Terms Absent
49. The Battle Begins!! Absent
50. "Zetsu" Absent
51. "Ten" Flashback
52. Kastro Absent
53. Double Absent
54. Cause of Defeat Absent
55. As for Hisoka... Absent
56. Training Resumes Absent
57. Promise Absent
58. Rematch Absent
59. Making the Grade Absent
60. Passing the Exam Absent
61. Showdown Absent
62. Like You Mean It Absent
63. Next Pictured
Yorknew City arc
64. Homecoming Appears
65. About Ging Appears
66. The Tape Appears
67. The Flesh Collector's Mansion: Part 1 Absent
68. The Flesh Collector's Mansion: Part 2 Absent
69. Greed Island Absent
70. To Yorknew Absent
71. The Auction Begins!! Absent
72. September 1st: Part 1 Absent
73. September 1st: Part 2 Absent
74. September 1st: Part 3 Absent
75. September 1st: Part 4 Absent
76. September 1st: Part 5 Absent
77. September 1st: Part 6 Absent
78. September 1st: Part 7 Absent
79. September 2nd: Part 1 Absent
80. September 2nd: Part 2 Absent
81. September 2nd: Part 3 Absent
82. September 2nd: Part 4 Absent
83. September 2nd: Part 5 Absent
84. September 2nd: Part 6 Absent
85. September 3rd: Part 1 Absent
86. September 3rd: Part 2 Absent
87. September 3rd: Part 3 Absent
88. September 3rd: Part 4 Absent
89. September 3rd: Part 5 Absent
90. September 3rd: Part 6 Absent
91. September 3rd: Part 7 Absent
92. September 3rd: Part 8 Absent
93. September 3rd: Part 9 Absent
94. September 3rd: Part 10 Absent
95. September 3rd: Part 11 Absent
96. September 3rd: Part 12 Absent
97. September 3rd: Part 13 Absent
98. September 3rd: Part 14 Absent
99. September 3rd: Part 15 Absent
100. September 3rd: Part 16 Absent
101. September 3rd: Part 17 Absent
102. September 4th: Part 1 Absent
103. September 4th: Part 2 Absent
104. September 4th: Part 3 Absent
105. September 4th: Part 4 Absent
106. September 4th: Part 5 Absent
107. September 4th: Part 6 Absent
108. September 4th: Part 7 Absent
109. September 4th: Part 8 Absent
110. September 4th: Part 9 Absent
111. September 4th: Part 10 Absent
112. September 4th: Part 11 Absent
113. September 4th: Part 12 Absent
114. September 4th: Part 13 Absent
115. September 4th: Part 14 Absent
116. September 4th: Part 15 Absent
117. September 4th: Part 16 Absent
118. September 4th: Part 17 Absent
119. September 4th: Part 18 Absent
Chimera Ant arc
186. The Queen Absent
187. The Beast Fodder Absent
188. NGL Absent
189. Infiltration Absent
190. The Hunt Absent
191. Pros Absent
192. Human Dog Absent
193. Scissors Absent
194. vs. Hagya's Squad: Part 1 Absent
195. vs. Hagya's Squad: Part 2 Absent
196. vs. Hagya's Squad: Part 3 Absent
197. vs. Hagya's Squad: Part 4 Absent
198. Sudden Attack Absent
199. Light and Shadow Absent
200. Stipulation Absent
201. Reunion Absent
202. Duel Absent
203. Gyro Absent
204. Gyro's Story Absent
205. Time Remaining Mentioned
206. A Real Fight Absent
207. Weakness: Part 1 Absent
208. Weakness: Part 2 Absent
209. ? Absent
210. Weakness: Part 3 Absent
211. Loan Shark Absent
212. Water Breaking Absent
213. Birth Absent
214. Results Absent
215. Last Words Absent
216. Republic of East Gorteau Absent
217. Meat Orchard Mentioned
218. Confession Absent
219. Awakening Absent
220. Reunion: Part 1 Absent
221. Reunion: Part 2 Absent
222. Reunion: Part 3 Absent
223. 10: Part 1 Absent
224. 10: Part 2 Absent
225. 10: Part 3 Absent
226. 10: Part 4 Absent
227. 10: Part 5 Absent
228. 10: Part 6 Absent
229. 10: Part 7 Absent
230. 9: Part 1 Absent
231. 9: Part 2 Absent
232. 9: Part 3 Absent
233. 9: Part 4 Absent
234. 9: Part 5 Absent
235. 8: Part 1 Absent
236. 8: Part 2 Absent
237. 8: Part 3 Absent
238. 8: Part 4 Absent
239. 8: Part 5 Absent
240. 8: Part 6 Absent
241. 8: Part 7 Absent
242. 7: Part 1 Absent
243. 7: Part 2 Absent
244. 6: Part 1 Absent
245. 6: Part 2 Absent
246. 6: Part 3 Absent
247. 6: Part 4 Absent
248. 6: Part 5 Absent
249. 6: Part 6 Absent
250. 6: Part 7 Absent
251. 6: Part 8 Absent
252. 6: Part 9 Absent
253. 6: Part 10 Absent
254. 6: Part 11 Absent
255. 5: Part 1 to 2: Part 1 Absent
256. 2: Part 2 Absent
257. 1: Part 1 Absent
258. 1: Part 2 Absent
259. 1: Part 3 Absent
260. 1: Part 4 Absent
261. Charge: Part 1 Absent
262. Charge: Part 2 Absent
263. Charge: Part 3 Absent
264. Charge: Part 4 Absent
265. Charge: Part 5 Absent
266. "In the Unlikely Event Of..." Absent
267. Activation Absent
268. The King Absent
269. Adversity Is a Good Thing Absent
270. Indebted To Absent
271. Separation Absent
272. Error Absent
273. We Meet Again Absent
274. Solution Absent
275. Promise Absent
276. Missileman Absent
277. Insult Absent
278. Destruction Absent
279. Escape Absent
280. Direct Hit Absent
281. Godspeed Absent
282. Sealed Area Absent
283. Determination Absent
284. Fifteen Minutes Absent
285. Doubles Absent
286. Core Absent
287. Present State Absent
288. Accolade Absent
289. Terms Absent
290. Name Absent
291. Soliloquy Absent
292. Hidden Agenda Absent
293. Metamorphosis Absent
294. Breakdown Absent
295. Determination Absent
296. Admission Absent
297. The Last Absent
298. Rose Absent
299. Regeneration Absent
300. Insurance Absent
301. Memory Absent
302. Target Absent
303. Pain Absent
304. Magic Absent
305. Sorry Absent
306. Relief Absent
307. Loss Absent
308. Flash Absent
309. Game Absent
310. Action Absent
311. Deadline Absent
312. Resolve Absent
313. One Word Absent
314. Persuasion Absent
315. Home Absent
316. Real Name Absent
317. Answer Absent
318. Final Will Absent
13th Hunter Chairman Election arc
319. Lottery Absent
320. Voting Absent
321. Monster Absent
322. Siblings Absent
323. Job Offer Absent
324. Butler Absent
325. Joining the Fray Absent
326. Open Hostilities Absent
327. Riddle Absent
328. Arrangements Absent
329. Spy Absent
330. Confession Absent
331. Day of Reckoning Absent
332. Applause Absent
333. Rumble Absent
334. Total Defeat Absent
335. Decision Absent
336. Release Absent
337. Repentance Absent
338. Atop a Tree Absent
339. Stillness Appears
Dark Continent Expedition arc
340. Special Mission Absent
341. Threats Absent
342. Challenge Absent
343. Invitation Absent
344. Author Absent
345. Signature Appears
346. Options Absent
347. Inauguration Absent
348. Resolve Absent

Trivia[]

  • In the character guidebook, her name is also spelled as "Mitoo".[2]
  • Though Mito is considered to be Gon's aunt in the manga, she is actually his first cousin (once removed).[1]
    • Viz translates the way Gon calls Mito in the original Japanese text (ミトさん, Mito-san—lit. "Ms. or Mrs. Mito") into the non-equivalent "Aunt Mito".
  • Equal to her name, mito means "myth" in Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. Curiously, the related word mythomania is a term that refers to the behavior of habitual or compulsive lying, like Mito's lies about Gon's parents (although her case is not really pathological).
  • Mito tried to break Gon's Hunter License upon seeing it.[7]

Anime and Manga Differences[]

  • The Nippon Animation adaptation of Hunter × Hunter changes Mito's familial relationships. Mito's grandmother was changed into her mother, also making her the sister of Gon's mother, Gon's [real] aunt, and sister-in-law of Ging (rather than his cousin).
  • In a 1999 anime adaptation's filler, Mito slapped Killua when he tried to kill Kon's cub, believing that people shouldn't take others' lives.[12]

Miscellaneous[]

  • Mito's 2011 anime adaptation Japanese voice actress, Keiko Han, is Megumi Han's (Gon's 2011 voice actress) real-life mother.

Translations around the World[]

Language Name
The Arab world Flag Arabic ميتو فريكس (Mitu Friks)
China Flag Chinese 米特 (Mǐ tè)
Italy Flag Italian Myto
South Korea Flag Korean 미토 프릭스 (Mito Peurikseu)
Russia Flag Russian Мито (Mito)

References[]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Hunter × Hunter - Volume 8, Chapter 65
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Hunter × Hunter Characters Book: World × Character × Blessing (2001) [World × Character × Blessing guidebook (p. 25 in Chinese)]
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Hunter × Hunter - Volume 1, Chapter 1
  4. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 1, Chapter 7
  5. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 6, Chapter 51
  6. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 7, Chapter 63
  7. 7.0 7.1 Hunter × Hunter - Volume 8, Chapter 64
  8. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 8, Chapter 66
  9. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 22, Chapter 217
  10. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 32, Chapter 339
  11. Hunter × Hunter - Volume 33, Chapter 345
  12. Hunter × Hunter - Episode 46 (1999)
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