Haruki Hayashida

Haruki Hayashida, or Pah-chin (パーちん,) is one of the founding members of Tokyo Manji Gang and its former third division captain.

Appearance
Pah-chin is a delinquent with a stocky build. He has slanted eyes with bleached hair is parted to the side with the sides shaven. There is a small stitch below the left side of his lip and a small scar below his left eye.

As he grows up, he lets his hair return to its original black color and starts dressing in nice clothing, befitting of his career in real estate.

Personality
When first seen, Pah-chin is a brusque and rude individual. The smallest things make him angry and on edge. For a long time, it seemed like that was his character. However, it turns out that it was only because his close friend and the friend's girlfriend were severely harmed that he was so aggressive and confrontational.

In reality, Pah-chin is very outgoing and cheerful. He openly admits that he is an idiot and excuses his actions for his stupidity. The youth cares dearly for his friends and is fiercely protective of them, seen through his rage at his friend's aggressors.

Etymology

 * The name Haruki means "spring" (春) (haru) and "tree" (樹) (ki).
 * Haruki's surname Hayashida means "forest" (林) (hayashi) and "field, rice paddy" (田) (ta/da).