Sato Koichi

Master of the bar frequented by Nana and others

Master of the bar 'Jackson Hole' where Nana's regulars gather; the signature Jackson Burger is exquisite.

Trivia

  • The signature menu at Jackson Hole is the exquisite Jackson Burger.
  • One of the rare characters called by full name for some reason in the story.
  • Has an exceptional memory, remembering the names and preferences of all customers who visit.

Alternate names

Sato Koichi

Tags

Bartender Jackson Hole Bar Master Sato Koichi NANA Anime Character Manga Character

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged man with a calm demeanor. Has a good memory and remembers each customer well.
Hair color
Black
Iconic items
  • Jackson Burger

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Gentle
Detailed personality
Calm and approachable personality. Kind to regular customers and young band members.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Honest
  • Good memory
  • Stability
  • Bartender
Talents
  • Customer service
  • Memory
  • Cooking (burger making)
Skills
  • All bartender duties
  • Bar management
Motivation
To provide a relaxing place for young visitors.
Favorite foods
Jackson Burger
Favorite places
Jackson Hole

History

Backstory
Appears as the master of the bar 'Jackson Hole' frequented by Nana and others. Involved in the story as a conversation partner for Nana and her friends, and as a reliable presence.
Debut date
May 1, 2000
Work title
NANA
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Volume 1

Opening of Jackson Hole

Significant event
Opening of Jackson Hole
Description
Becomes the master of the story's central bar 'Jackson Hole,' taking on the role of watching over the youth of Nana and others.

Relationships

Nana Komatsu

Regular customer

Closely interacts at the bar frequented by Nana and others.

Nana Osaki

Regular customer

Interacts closely as Nana's regular bartender.

Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole: leader

Media appearances

NANA

Manga / Supporting

Serialization began in 2000

NANA

Anime / Supporting

2006 TV anime series

NANA Live-Action Movie

Movie / Supporting

Released in 2005

NANA PS2 Game

Game / Supporting

Released in 2006

Voice cast and creators

Keisuke Fujii

Voice actor
Keisuke Fujii
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Takahiro Sakurai

Voice actor
Takahiro Sakurai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
PS2 Game Version

Ai Yazawa

Creator name
Ai Yazawa
Role
Original author

Madhouse

Creator name
Madhouse
Role
Animation studio

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

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