Kōji Sugawara is a Ministry of Foreign Affairs bureaucrat who is dispatched to the Special Region to serve as a diplomat and negotiator between Japan and the Empire. He works closely with the JSDF, particularly the Third Reconnaissance Team, to establish terms of peace and navigate the complex political landscape of the new world. He is a handsome man with short black hair and black eyes, typically seen in a formal business suit that reflects his professional role. He has a calm and serious personality, generally keeping his emotions in check. He possesses a strong understanding of politics and is not afraid to speak his mind to figures of authority, including the Emperor himself. Despite his reserved bureaucratic exterior, he harbors a bold and sometimes rebellious spirit, willing to take unconventional risks when he believes it serves the greater good. He is a quick thinker and capable of decisive, flexible action when the situation calls for it. Sugawara holds himself to a high standard and shows regret when he allows his emotions to interfere with his diplomatic duties. His relationships with key figures on both sides of the Gate are central to his work, and he develops a deep understanding of the cultural and political intricacies of the Empire. He evolves from a cautious official into a confident and resourceful diplomat, fully committed to bridging the gap between the two worlds. His primary skills are his political acumen, negotiation abilities, and strategic thinking.