Kenichirō Kagami’s role shifts dynamically across adaptations, reflecting evolving narrative focuses. In the original manga and early anime, his absence is attributed to a maritime career as a sea captain, noted for gifting his daughter a mirror that later breaks. Later iterations reimagine him as an engaged parent. The 1988 anime recasts him as a relaxed television reporter living with his artist wife, participating actively in family life—comforting his daughter post-mirror incident and sharing domestic moments. The 1998 anime solidifies his presence by naming him Kenichirō Kagami and integrating him into household scenes, though his occupation remains undefined. The live-action film hints at his profession influencing broader plotlines without elaborating specifics. Each adaptation progressively transitions him from a peripheral mention to an involved parental figure, altering his occupational context while prioritizing familial engagement.