Harada, Sanosuke

原田左之助

Harada Sanosuke, the top spear user in the Shinsengumi, is not one to be underestimated. While his katana skills leave much to be desired, he is practically invincible with a spear and masters the Taneda Houzouin-ryuu spear technique. He is a fun-loving fellow who loves to eat (especially at others' expense) and enjoys teasing the chibi. He, Toudou Heisuke, and Nagakura Shinpachi form the Comedian Three.
Beneath his crude, rough exterior, Sanosuke has a kind heart. He hates seeing people bullied and will go out of his way to help those in need (although he is also the one who stomped all over Tetsu in the first episode). As another of the Shinsengumi's first members, he was around before the group moved to the capital. A bit erratic, he is not someone Hijikata trusts to send on errands.
He will do almost anything for food, especially food cooked by Ayumu. For instance, in episode 6, Sanosuke was actually trailing behind in the marathon. But when he thought about the super-size meal cooked by Ayumu (the prize), his speed increased drastically to the point where he caught up with Yamanami and Shinpachi, who were in the lead.