Shippona serves as the protagonist’s steadfast feline companion, maintaining a persistent presence across multiple adaptations. Originating as a Canon Foreigner in the 1969 anime, the character was crafted exclusively for the animated series before being woven into later iterations. Primarily offering companionship, Shippona frequently appears in domestic settings or casual adventures alongside the protagonist. The 1969 anime briefly features Shippona crossing paths with Dora, the antagonist Taisho’s cat, though their encounters remain fleeting. In the 1998 adaptation, Shippona continues as a recurring figure alongside Ippei, a newly introduced penguin mascot, though their dynamic receives minimal attention. The 2012 live-action film retains Shippona in a background capacity, anchoring the protagonist’s everyday life without advancing the character’s narrative role. Official media consistently portrays Shippona with an unchanged design and function, reinforcing a static identity as an unwavering loyal pet. No origin story, background, or evolution is documented, cementing the character as a thematic fixture reflecting the protagonist’s persona rather than a vessel for plot progression.