Shōji Satō, a student at Tōtsuki Culinary Academy and resident of Polar Star Dormitory, sports dirty blond hair styled in a semi-mohawk with darker edges, often favoring unbuttoned uniforms or long-sleeved shirts that accentuate his rugged demeanor. Despite his tough exterior, he fiercely defends dormitory members against insults and supports their competition efforts, prioritizing collective success over personal acclaim. His constant companion, Daigo Aoki, shares a dynamic marked by boisterous arguments and collaborative mischief, such as teasing residents like Zenji Marui or commandeering Zenji’s room for dorm parties. Admitted to Polar Star after clearing Fumio Daimidō’s entrance test, Shōji sustains his place at Tōtsuki through reliable, if unspectacular, culinary skills. His fried shrimp dish exemplifies a preference for straightforward, snack-style recipes. Notably, Shōji and Daigo hold the record for the longest interval between their manga debut and formal name reveal. They are also the sole Polar Star residents absent from Episode 19 and the Autumnal Selections, underscoring their unique narrative presence within the main series.