OVA
Description
The character known to most as Kacho is the section chief of the Bokuto Station Traffic Control Department. His formal name was revealed in the second season to be spelled as Kachou, written with characters meaning "flower butterfly". He is a mature man with black hair and black eyes, appearing as a calm and steadfast presence within the often chaotic police station.
As a leader, Kacho embodies a stern but fair management style. He maintains authority and reminds his subordinates of their core duties as police officers, yet he typically employs a relaxed touch when overseeing his team of unconventional and energetic officers. This approach allows the officers under his command considerable freedom in their daily routines, but he consistently ensures that their priorities as public servants are not forgotten.
Kacho serves as the direct superior to the station's main patrol officers, including the hotheaded Natsumi Tsujimoto and the composed Miyuki Kobayakawa. He is often seen giving out orders, pondering situations from his desk, and acting as the voice of reason amidst the comedic misadventures of the precinct. His role extends beyond simple administration; he is shown actively participating in field operations, particularly when the situation requires a steady hand. For instance, he has been involved in tense scenarios such as rescuing a civilian from the high winds at Tokyo Tower, an incident where he sustained an ankle injury. In another case, he took decisive action by boarding an out-of-control tanker truck to prevent an accident, demonstrating his willingness to engage in dangerous police work directly.
His key relationships are primarily professional, though one carries a notable personal history. Officer Natsumi Tsujimoto had a long-standing romantic crush on him for a significant period before she eventually became involved with another officer, Toukairin. This unspoken dynamic adds a layer of depth to their interactions, but Kacho himself maintains a professional demeanor, never exploiting her former affections. A significant side of his personality is revealed in his interactions with a young girl named Souko-chan, who briefly mistook him for her deceased father due to a strong resemblance. In this emotionally charged episode, Kacho showed profound patience and care, agreeing to spend a day with the child to help her cope with her loss, even telling her that he loved her in a paternal sense.
Kacho's background includes a connection to a figure named Emoto, which became a central point of conflict in the series' movie event. He was suspected of colluding with Emoto, who was accused of starting a major crisis in the Tokyo area. This led to Kacho being stripped of his command and thrown into a cell by Superintendent Arizuka. He eventually cooperated with the investigation, disclosing details about Emoto and the project known as Hachi-Ichi-Go. His innocence was ultimately proven, though not before Emoto shot him in the leg during a final confrontation at Tokyo Tower, effectively severing any remaining suspicion of their partnership.
Regarding his practical abilities and preferences, Kacho is a capable and composed officer who is not afraid to take physical risks. He is also known for his choice of vehicles; he uses a high-performance Honda NSX as his personal police car in the original OVA, and in the rest of the series, he drives a Honda Legend. His primary motivation throughout the series is the quiet, steadfast execution of his duty, protecting the public and guiding his officers with a balance of discipline and understanding.
As a leader, Kacho embodies a stern but fair management style. He maintains authority and reminds his subordinates of their core duties as police officers, yet he typically employs a relaxed touch when overseeing his team of unconventional and energetic officers. This approach allows the officers under his command considerable freedom in their daily routines, but he consistently ensures that their priorities as public servants are not forgotten.
Kacho serves as the direct superior to the station's main patrol officers, including the hotheaded Natsumi Tsujimoto and the composed Miyuki Kobayakawa. He is often seen giving out orders, pondering situations from his desk, and acting as the voice of reason amidst the comedic misadventures of the precinct. His role extends beyond simple administration; he is shown actively participating in field operations, particularly when the situation requires a steady hand. For instance, he has been involved in tense scenarios such as rescuing a civilian from the high winds at Tokyo Tower, an incident where he sustained an ankle injury. In another case, he took decisive action by boarding an out-of-control tanker truck to prevent an accident, demonstrating his willingness to engage in dangerous police work directly.
His key relationships are primarily professional, though one carries a notable personal history. Officer Natsumi Tsujimoto had a long-standing romantic crush on him for a significant period before she eventually became involved with another officer, Toukairin. This unspoken dynamic adds a layer of depth to their interactions, but Kacho himself maintains a professional demeanor, never exploiting her former affections. A significant side of his personality is revealed in his interactions with a young girl named Souko-chan, who briefly mistook him for her deceased father due to a strong resemblance. In this emotionally charged episode, Kacho showed profound patience and care, agreeing to spend a day with the child to help her cope with her loss, even telling her that he loved her in a paternal sense.
Kacho's background includes a connection to a figure named Emoto, which became a central point of conflict in the series' movie event. He was suspected of colluding with Emoto, who was accused of starting a major crisis in the Tokyo area. This led to Kacho being stripped of his command and thrown into a cell by Superintendent Arizuka. He eventually cooperated with the investigation, disclosing details about Emoto and the project known as Hachi-Ichi-Go. His innocence was ultimately proven, though not before Emoto shot him in the leg during a final confrontation at Tokyo Tower, effectively severing any remaining suspicion of their partnership.
Regarding his practical abilities and preferences, Kacho is a capable and composed officer who is not afraid to take physical risks. He is also known for his choice of vehicles; he uses a high-performance Honda NSX as his personal police car in the original OVA, and in the rest of the series, he drives a Honda Legend. His primary motivation throughout the series is the quiet, steadfast execution of his duty, protecting the public and guiding his officers with a balance of discipline and understanding.