Tsugawa Kyōbashi

"Truth, justice, and life. That is why I fight."

is a and the 5th Seat of the  of the. He previously served in the under then-Captain. He currently serves under Captain.

Appearance
Kawarashoku is a tall, very lean young man. He has spiky black hair which he wears cut short and slicked back. His eyes are an icy grey-blue. His sharp features and piercing gaze give him a rather grave appearance. His thin physique at first appears rather bony and weak, but he is actually quite muscular.

While on duty, he wears a sleeveless, the same he wore in the 9th Division. He also wears black tekkō and silver. Being right handed, he wears his on his left side, hanging on his.

Personality
Kawarashoku is quite mature, despite his young age. His calm appearance shows the sincerity of his dedication. He despises violence and avoids it whenever he can, but he will not hesitate to fight to protect others. Having grown up around the worst parts of the, he has a very strong sense of justice, and he always seeks to help those at a disadvantage. He hates anyone who uses their power to harm others, regardless of which side they are on.

He is generally quiet and reserved, although he is quite sociable with a few close friends. He often spends his free time training or relaxing with his previous lieutenant,. They are quite similar and get along well despite their considerable difference in age. In fact, they share the same birthday; Kawarashoku is precisely 50 years younger than Shūhei. Like Shūhei, Kawarashoku enjoys literature and music. He often plays drums with Shūhei playing guitar.

Kawarashoku is also good friends with, , , , , often joining them when they go out.

His calm and collected manner allows him to get along well with Captain Ukitake, who he sees much as a father figure. When not training or socializing, he often assists at Ugendō, the Ukitake family estate. He shares Ukitake's fondness for.