Patlabor is an old anime about mecha that was popular in its time. In the anime, there is an interesting mecha called Labors. The robot can be used for various purposes, such as military, industrial and manufacturing.
In addition, the story of this anime focuses on police officers who serve in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Special Vehicle Section 2, Division 2. They have mecha troops called Patrol Labors/Patlabors to fight crime and maintain the stability of public security.
On this occasion, we would like to discuss the best characters in Patlabor story. Who are they? Check out the full review below!
10. Shigeo Shiba
Shigeo Shiba is a reliable mechanic as well as Seitarou Sakaki's right hand man. He usually takes Sakaki's job in certain situations.
Shigeo has a very high dedication and really loves his job. In addition, he is good friends with Asuma Shinohara.
9. Hiromi Yamazaki
Hiromi Yamazaki is known as a giant from Okinawa because he has a tall body. He has a gentle and kind nature. Additionally, he serves as carrier driver for Unit 1.
Basically, Yamazaki wanted to follow in his father's footsteps to become a fisherman. However, he has a seasickness problem. Because of that, he decided to join the police force.
8. Shinobu Nagumo
Next, there is Shinobu Nagumo who serves as the captain of the first division in Section 2. She is known as a professional and competent officer. In addition, she is highly respected by everyone in the police force.
Unlike Goto, Nagumo is the type of leader who obeys written rules. She is also very focused on her work. She also often helps the second division when they are in trouble.
7. Kanuka Clancy
Kanuka Clancy is an interim member assigned to Section 2. She has orders from the NYPD to observe the Labor unit. She carried out this task with full responsibility.
In terms of ability, Clancy is very reliable in various fields. In addition, she is able to control the Labor unit without difficulty. Her skills as a pilot even received recognition from Goto.
6. Mikiyasu Shinshi
Mikiyasu Shinshi is a member of the second division who has a family. He has a temper and is easily offended. He would be furious if someone insulted him or his wife.
Despite these traits, Mikiyasu has a talent for computers and programming. Unfortunately, this talent was not explored so clearly because he prioritized his position as a carrier driver for Unit 2.
5. Seitarou Sakaki
Seitarou Sakaki is the chief mechanic in charge of Section 2. He is both strict and a perfectionist. In addition, he has dedicated his life as a mechanic.
Sakaki feels very annoyed when the members of the second division bring the Labor unit in a damaged or less prime condition. In addition, he doesn't hesitate to scold mechanics if their performance falls short of expectations.
4. Isao Ohta
Isao Ohta is a member of the second division who serves as a pilot for Unit 2. He is very obsessed with firearms. Also, he looks more like a navy than a police officer.
In terms of personality, Ohta often acts recklessly without thinking about the consequences. He showed excessive self-confidence. Despite his bad temper, he is known as a good-natured officer.
3. Asuma Shinohara
Asuma Shinohara is a member of the second division who comes from a conglomerate family. His father is the head of the very famous Shinohara Heavy Industries. 90% of the labor in the world was created by this company.
After getting into trouble with his father, Asuma decided to join the police force. He is very skilled at controlling the Labor. In addition, he is very intelligent and does not hesitate to admit mistakes.
2. Noa Izumi
As the main protagonist of the story, Noa Izumi is often the focus of attention. She has a great love for Labor. She treats Labor like a pet.
Izumi even named her Labor “Alphonse”. In addition, she has very reliable skills as a pilot. She often amazes her friends with her performance in action on the field.
1. Kiichi Gotou
Kiichi Gotou is the captain of the second division which is very unique. He does look like lazy and less convincing. However, he is very competent in carrying out his duties as a police officer.
Gotou often uses unconventional methods to order his subordinates. He is able to devise a brilliant strategy according to the situation he is facing.