Mita Zenkichi is a supporting character in the anime "White-Collar Worker Kintaro". His background is that of one of the most powerful political fixers in Japan, a figure who operates in the shadows of the political and financial worlds. He boasts extensive connections that reach not only into the yakuza but also into the highest echelons of business and government, giving him the ability to influence or even destroy a mid-sized company if he chooses. Personality-wise, Mita is shrewd, pragmatic, and deeply knowledgeable about power structures. He is not overtly aggressive but instead relies on his network and experience to achieve his goals. Despite his formidable influence, he also serves as a matchmaker and wise advisor to the protagonist Kintaro Yajima, particularly by introducing Kintaro to Misuzu Suenaga. This action reflects a more paternal side, as he sees potential in Kintaro and wants to guide him. Mita's primary motivation appears to be maintaining his own position as a broker of influence, but he also respects genuine integrity and often lends his support to those who demonstrate it. In the story, his role is that of a behind-the-scenes power broker who can either help or hinder Kintaro's journey as a salaryman. He acts as an occasional ally and mentor, appearing when Kintaro's straightforward methods clash with the complex web of corporate and political interests. Key relationships include his connection to Kintaro, whom he advises and aids through introductions and strategic advice, and his ties to various politicians and business leaders, whom he manipulates or collaborates with. Throughout the series, Mita's development is subtle; he remains a constant presence of authority and cunning, but he shows respect for Kintaro's unyielding principles, suggesting that even a cynical fixer can be moved by genuine character. His notable abilities lie in his vast network of contacts, his understanding of political and corporate maneuvering, and his capacity to arrange outcomes that benefit his own ends or those he chooses to support. He is a figure who operates with quiet confidence, never needing to raise his voice because his influence is already felt.