Kenjiro Shirabu is a character from Haruichi Furudate's popular volleyball manga and anime series, Haikyu!!. He is a member of the boys' volleyball club at Shiratorizawa Academy, a powerhouse school in Miyagi Prefecture, where he serves as the team's starting setter and playmaker. In a series filled with flashy characters, Shirabu is relatively composed, yet he is loved by many fans for his coolness and inner strength. Regarding his basic profile, Shirabu is a male and a second-year student at Shiratorizawa Academy. He stands 174.8 cm tall and weighs 62.4 kg. As a volleyball player, he is by no means large, and he isn't particularly tall even within his own team. However, he possesses high technical skill and judgment that make his physical disadvantages irrelevant. His birthday is April 3rd, his position is setter, and his jersey number is 10. His visual features include light brownish hair and narrow eyes. His hairstyle is relatively short and well-groomed, giving a clean overall impression. His gaze is somewhat sharp and he often looks a bit sleepy, which can lead people to think he is blunt or unapproachable upon first meeting. In reality, he simply doesn't show much emotion on his face. While his expressions rarely change, fans find charm in the subtle ways his composure breaks when he is surprised or flustered. Shirabu's personality is clearly reflected in his speech. He is fundamentally a man of few words, never raising his voice unnecessarily or becoming overly emotional. He speaks in a detached manner, rarely adding extra words. For example, even when encouraging someone, he chooses realistic and calm words rather than hot-blooded platitudes. While this can sound cold, he harbors no ill intent; it is simply his way of prioritizing facts and results over emotional arguments. Furthermore, he does not act excessively humble toward his senior, Wakatoshi Ushijima, maintaining his own perspective while interacting with him. If his personality were summed up in a few words, it would be "calm, rational, and a sore loser." Though he may seem emotionless at first glance, he possesses a strong competitive spirit. Shirabu is the type to constantly think about what must be done to win, and he has little interest in standing out himself. While many setters have unique playstyles, Shirabu prioritizes the team's victory above all else. Consequently, he devotes himself to creating the best possible setup for Shiratorizawa's absolute ace, Wakatoshi Ushijima, to score. However, this does not mean he lacks his own opinions. Shirabu is very proud and has strong confidence in his own abilities. As long as he stands on the court as a regular, he is conscious of being a vital presence supporting the team. Though usually composed, he is more obsessed with victory than anyone else deep down, and that quiet competitiveness is a major part of his appeal. Shirabu is also a hard worker. While Shiratorizawa is full of players with national-level talent, Shirabu himself is not depicted as an overwhelming genius. Because of this, he has thoroughly polished what he can do, acquiring stable sets and calm judgment. Even if his plays aren't flashy, he is a player who makes few mistakes and maintains a high level of performance. Looking at his relationships with teammates, he isn't the boisterous type who leads the mood, but he is deeply trusted. His relationship with Ushijima is particularly striking; while acknowledging Ushijima's overwhelming power, he doesn't just follow blindly but plays with the mindset that "utilizing Ushijima is the most rational way to win." This stance highlights his calm judgment and strong will. His favorite food is shirasu (whitebait). Because it sounds similar to his surname "Shirabu," it is an easy detail for fans to remember. Conversely, one of his dislikes is "getting sleepy while studying," which hints at his serious nature. If Shirabu were compared to an animal, he would be like a cat. He isn't the type to cling to others, valuing his own pace, yet he stays close to those he trusts. His habit of quietly observing his surroundings also brings a cat to mind. In Haikyu!!, many passionate and standout characters like Shoyo Hinata and Tobio Kageyama appear. Among them, Kenjiro Shirabu competes with stability and intelligence rather than flashiness. Though he looks cool and unapproachable, he is actually a hardworking and responsible individual who does his best for the sake of victory. Because he doesn't show his emotions, the moments when his inner fire or competitive side peek through are all the more captivating. Based on looks alone, one might think he's a "quiet honor student," and based on his speech, a "cold person." However, the real Kenjiro Shirabu is a strong-willed boy who trusts his teammates, takes pride in his role, and gives his all for the team's victory. He isn't the flashy protagonist type, but that makes him realistic and gives him a charm many can relate to.