Takatora Kirishima is a 12-year-old from Kagoshima who pilots the Shinkalion N700 Mizuho, first appearing in Episode 34. Trained from a young age by his father, Nichirin Kirishima, to become a master chef, his deep culinary passion instills a disciplined and traditionalist outlook.

This adherence to hierarchy and seniority initially causes significant friction with fellow drivers, the Itsutsubashi twins Gin and Jō, hindering their ability to form the Trinity Combination. Their clash escalates over a debate about natural versus farmed fish, reflecting Takatora's rigid principles.

Hayato Hayasugi's intervention facilitates Takatora's reconciliation with Gin and Jō, allowing them to successfully operate Shinkalion Trinity together. This marks a pivotal development for Takatora, fostering an appreciation for flexibility and teamwork over strict tradition. Despite his initial resistance, he later demonstrates practical compassion by preparing stew to ease group tensions during a crisis.

Takatora's culinary expertise remains central, evidenced by him single-handedly preparing a hand-roll sushi feast and accurately recreating his father's family stew. Driven by his dream, he maintains a pragmatic view of the challenges involved, acknowledging the stress and effort required—a perspective shaped by his training and a teacher's past remarks.

His key relationships include his father and mentor, Nichirin; Hayato, who aids his integration; and the Itsutsubashi twins as his primary teammates.