Hideji Saijo, known affectionately as "Hide-Jii," serves as Hanawa-kun's dedicated butler in the "Chibi Maruko-chan" series. He embodies kindness and humility while demonstrating unwavering devotion to Hanawa's care. His appearance features formal attire: a black coat, formal pants, white shirt, and rimless spectacles. Hideji's primary hobby involves tending to Hanawa's needs, and he favors gratin dishes alongside Japanese cuisine.