Konoemon Konoe serves as the dean of Mahora Academy and holds the position of chief within the Kanto Magic Association. He is the grandfather of Konoka Konoe and arranged the marriage between his daughter and Eishun Konoe, who later became the head of the Kansai Magic Association. This union aimed to ease tensions between the Kansai and Kanto magic factions, tensions rooted in disagreements over Western versus Eastern magical practices. Konoka was born from this marriage, though lingering resentment toward Kanto-style magic persisted among some Kansai members, such as Chigusa Amagasaki. As Konoka's grandfather, Konoemon frequently attempts to arrange omiai (matchmaking meetings) for her, seeking a powerful marriage alliance despite her reluctance. He has shown interest in pairing Konoka with Negi Springfield, among other candidates. His motivations blend familial tradition with political strategy, reflecting the Konoe family's historical role as imperial brides within the Fujiwara clan. Konoemon wields significant influence at Mahora Academy. He facilitated Asuna Kagurazaka's enrollment despite her financial constraints and orchestrated Negi Springfield's assignment as the English teacher for Class 2/3-A, ensuring he resided with Konoka and Asuna. His oversight extends to monitoring events like the Mahora Festival, where he observed developments alongside allies such as Evangeline A.K. McDowell. Physically, he stands 171 cm tall with white hair and black eyes. Characterized as strict, he is also described as friendly and helpful, though his persistent matchmaking efforts for Konoka reflect a tendency toward overzealousness in familial matters. During the Kyoto arc, Konoemon's prior decisions—including concealing Konoka's magical heritage and assigning Negi as her protector—indirectly shape events. Her kidnapping by Eastern mages and the awakening of her latent healing abilities occur under these circumstances. He later monitors the Mahora Festival's climax, questioning Evangeline's non-intervention as conflicts involving Negi unfold.