Papa Panda, an anthropomorphic giant panda, combines imposing stature with a tranquil, paternal presence. After escaping a zoo with his son Panny, he seeks shelter in Mimiko’s bamboo grove home, proposing an unconventional family arrangement where he acts as her father while she nurtures Panny. This dynamic underscores his adaptability and focus on emotional bonds over societal norms. A former zoo resident, he values autonomy but negotiates returning part-time to fulfill responsibilities while maintaining evenings with Mimiko—a balance of duty and devotion. His diplomacy shines in dealings with zookeepers and police, preferring dialogue over defiance to navigate conflicts. Physically, his rotund frame contrasts with subtle details: a striped hat nodding to Japanese tradition and a pipe he casually enjoys. Though typically serene, he reveals latent strength during crises, such as forcing shut a rusted floodgate to save Mimiko and Panny from flooding. Later, he halts a runaway circus train amid a deluge, cementing his community role as both protector and gentle guardian. His bond with Mimiko deepens through shared trials, illustrating reciprocity in caregiving and fluid family definitions. While his past beyond zoo life remains unexplored, his steadfast traits—unflappable calm, sporadic heroism, and prioritization of kinship—align him thematically with later characters by his creators. Across official narratives, his essence remains anchored in nurturing resolve and pragmatic problem-solving, unwavering in purpose.