Asano Kimura was a Japanese secret agent whom Wolverine met when he worked for the Canadian government; he described Asano as one of his oldest and best friends. Asano was murdered by Yukio (Earth-616), prompting Wolverine to hunt her down.
- First Appearance: Wolverine Vol 1 1 (June, 1982)
- Death: Wolverine Vol 1 3 (August, 1982)