Shimashimatchi (V4)
Tamagotchi Connection V4 · Meme Group · Social Path
| Versions | V4 (2006–2008) |
|---|---|
| Group | Meme |
| Skill path | Social (highest of three) |
| Skill threshold | 30+ total skill points |
| Gender | Male |
| Sleep | 10 PM – 9 AM |
| Favorite food | Beef |
| Disliked food | Drumsticks |
Who Is Shimashimatchi?
Shimashimatchi is the male Social-path adult of the Meme Family on the V4. His name comes from “shima,” the Japanese word for stripes, and he’s recognisable by the bold stripes running across his body. He has an outgoing, energetic personality befitting a Social-path character, and he makes friends easily — his sociable nature is core to his identity.
Stats
Shimashimatchi is a male Meme Family adult who evolves from Gourmetchi or Hinotamatchi when Social is the highest skill score, with at least 30 total skill points and non-neglectful care. He sleeps from 10 PM to 9 AM. His favourite food is Beef and his least favourite is Drumsticks.
How to Get Shimashimatchi on V4
Raise a male Meme teen (Gourmetchi or Hinotamatchi) and keep Social as the dominant skill. Focus Social-boosting activities throughout the teen stage. Reach at least 30 total skill points and avoid severe neglect. When Social leads at evolution, you’ll get Shimashimatchi. Avoid tipping into Artistic (which leads to Togetchi) or Intelligence (which leads to Tosakatchi).
Evolution Line
Egg → Baby → Child (moderate care) → Meme Male Teen (Gourmetchi or Hinotamatchi) → Shimashimatchi (Social highest, 30+ total, non-neglect care).
Fun Facts
Shimashimatchi’s striped design makes him one of the more distinctive V4 character silhouettes. He shares the 10 PM bedtime with all other male Meme adults (Tosakatchi and Togetchi), while the female Meme adults all go to bed at 9 PM. His food pairing — Beef loved, Drumsticks disliked — is an interesting choice given that both are meat-based foods, suggesting a preference for hearty cuts over poultry.
Food Preferences
Shimashimatchi loves Beef and dislikes Drumsticks. Feed him Beef for maximum happiness. Drumsticks are a reliable way to lower happiness — avoid them. His food preferences differ from the other Meme males: Tosakatchi loves Tacos and Togetchi also loves Tacos, making Shimashimatchi the only Meme male adult with a different food preference.
Personality & Raising Tips
Shimashimatchi is social, energetic, and stripe-proud. On V4, prioritise Social training and hit at least 30 total points. The 10 PM bedtime gives a long training window each day. The Meme Group’s 30-point threshold is accessible — don’t overthink the grind. As long as Social leads and care isn’t severely neglected, the stripes are yours.
How Shimashimatchi Compares
Shimashimatchi is the male Social counterpart to Violetchi (female Social, 60+ total required). He has a lower skill threshold than Violetchi, making him slightly easier to obtain on the Social path. Compared to the Kuchi Group’s Social males, he requires the Meme teen lineage rather than the Kuchi teen lineage — so the starting path matters. Within the Meme males, he’s the friendliest and most outgoing of the three.
FAQ
Why does Shimashimatchi require Social while Violetchi (also Social) is harder to get? Violetchi requires 60+ total skill points; Shimashimatchi only needs 30+. Same path, different thresholds — the female Social evolution is more demanding.
How do I avoid Togetchi when aiming for Shimashimatchi? Togetchi requires Artistic to lead. Keep Social clearly above Artistic and Intelligence, and you’ll get Shimashimatchi instead.
Is there a Special character on the Social male path? No — the Meme Special (Makiko) evolves from Memetchi (female Artistic). The Social male path ends at Shimashimatchi.
Other Meme Group Adults
Intelligence path: Tosakatchi (male) and Ponytchi (female). Artistic path: Togetchi (male) and Memetchi (female). Social path: Shimashimatchi (male) and Violetchi (female).