Jûzô Gotô, a retired record-setting outdoor climbing specialist, stepped away from professional competition to raise his daughter, Kikuko Gotô, after his partner Layla Goto's fate became uncertain. He now serves as a temporary teacher and climbing club coach at Hanamiya Girls' High School. His extensive expertise allows him to train the club members, developing their climbing techniques and competitive strategies. He is the father of skilled junior climber Kikuko Gotô, who deeply admires him and has practiced climbing since childhood. His commitment to his family directly motivated his retirement. While his background as a champion climber informs his mentorship, his role and personal development remain consistent across official media.