Panda is a giant panda living near Polar Bear's Café with his family. His mother constantly reminds him to find a job because he prefers idling and munching bamboo. This pressure eventually drives him to seek part-time work. Initially unsuccessful due to lacking skills, he lands a position at the local zoo. His job involves being displayed as an attraction; he lounges unnoticed when alone and playfully rolls with tires or slides down structures when visitors arrive. He exhibits a mix of laziness, whimsy, and blunt honesty, often fixating on trends like getting a smartphone mainly for panda-themed accessories. He possesses strong self-confidence about his perceived cuteness and popularity, frequently collecting panda merchandise. Sometimes he expresses dissatisfaction with his physique, attempting diets after incidents like breaking a slide at work. He occasionally experiments with adopting other animal identities when bored or tired of his routine. His home life reflects Chinese cultural elements, featuring traditional designs and bamboo motifs. Family interactions are central, particularly with Panda-Mama, who disciplines him, and his younger sister Mei Mei, whom he protects despite her occasionally arranging unwanted outings for him. He also has a grandfather and younger siblings. Character development occurs through experiences. After accidentally destroying his mother's garden, he diligently creates a floral replacement arranged to spell "Mama," showing unexpected dedication. When Full-Time Panda, an older colleague and father figure at the zoo, transfers overseas, Panda responds by significantly increasing his work hours, demonstrating loyalty and work ethic despite previous complaints about workload. He also supports the potential romantic relationship between zookeeper Handa and café worker Sasako, even facilitating their connection. His relationships are multifaceted. He frequently visits the café alongside Penguin, whose sarcasm contrasts with Panda's naïve demeanor, yet they share a strong bond. Polar Bear, the café owner, initially rejects his job application but later becomes a friend who indulges Panda's bamboo cravings by adding it to the menu. He admires Grizzly's wild persona, often inviting himself on outings despite initial resistance. He actively avoids Rin Rin, a florist whose obsessive panda admiration stems from a misunderstanding involving flower gifts. He views Handa as a dependable but boring friend who tolerates his antics. Notable traits include avoiding water, an inability to handle alcohol, and recurring phrases like protesting his mother's vacuuming with "Suwanaide!".