Katsudonman recurs throughout the *Soreike! Anpanman* universe, consistently appearing as one of the Donburi Trio alongside Tendonman and Kamameshidon. In this role, he supports the main heroic characters. His design features a distinctive mustache and a head shaped like a deep-fried pork cutlet served over rice, directly reflecting his namesake dish and aligning with the series' food-themed aesthetics. Personality-wise, he demonstrates knowledge and observation skills, frequently stating facts or explanations about situations. This aligns with descriptions noting he "just tells because he knows everything" upon witnessing events. He occasionally interjects English phrases like "Yes!", "No!", "Shut up!", and "Oh My God!" into his speech—a nod to pork cutlets' Western origins in Japanese cuisine. Within the Donburi Trio's group dynamics, he exhibits dramatic emotional displays, including crying during peer conflicts. This contrasts with Tendonman's typically optimistic demeanor. He debuted in the 1989 film *The Shining Star's Tear* before recurring in the television series. Despite his major status in the Donburi Trio, fewer than 10 episodes center on him individually beyond his debut story, with some narratives shared alongside his brother, Tamagodonman. He also appears in the 1997 film *Soreike! Anpanman: Niji no Pyramid*. Early episodes hinted at a crush on Batako-san, though this element was not sustained in later portrayals.