Buru is a bulldog who appears as a recurring character in the Tama & Friends universe. His owner is Kaneko Kuramochi. Within the group of neighborhood animals, Buru is established as an antagonist, frequently acting as a bully who picks on Tama and his friends.

Despite his tough and intimidating demeanor, Buru’s personality has a notable softer side. He is driven by a longstanding romantic interest in Momo, a sweet and ladylike cat who is a central member of Tama's circle. This unrequited crush often serves as a key motivation for his actions, creating a rivalry between him and Tama, who also harbors secret feelings for Momo. His role in the story is primarily that of a local troublemaker whose bullying tendencies put him in conflict with the main characters, though his interest in Momo occasionally adds layers to his interactions with the group.

In terms of his relationships, Buru exists in a state of opposition to Tama and his close companions, including the timid dog Pochi. His connection with Momo is central to his character, though his aggressive approach typically contrasts with the more gentle nature of the other animals. The character has appeared across various iterations of the franchise. In the 2020 anthropomorphized anime series, which reimagines the animal characters as human-like beings, his full name is Buru Kuramochi. There is no widely documented information regarding notable abilities or significant character development arcs that show him changing from his established role as a bully.