Sanosuke Harada

Sano is introduced along with the other Shinsengumi captains when Chizuru is brought in for questioning. He is often seen as part of the trio, along with Heisuke and Shinpachi, who enjoy fighting and drinking together, often breaking Hijikata's rules and curfew. Sano is very popular with women and is good at understanding girls' hearts, and he is noticed and adored by geishas at Shimabara. Despite having a flirty personality and a reputation as a ladies' man, Sano is extremely honorable. He treats his opponents with respect and never tries to find excuses for his actions. In his own words, men should not look for excuses.