Kaoru Inoue

Kaoru Inoue is the central character of the "SP" series. He is a newly recruited SP officer with exceptional sensory abilities. From a young age, Inoue's senses were heightened due to a tragic incident where his parents were killed. These heightened senses allow him to detect potential threats and take action before they endanger VIPs and civilians. Inoue possesses a range of abilities, including the ability to identify assassins, photographic memory, and tracking skills. He joins the SP unit under the mentorship of Sōichirō Ogata, who recognizes his unique talents.
Inoue is haunted by the memory of his parents' death and experiences nightmares related to the incident. As he works to protect VIPs, he must confront his past while ensuring their safety. His character is portrayed by Junichi Okada.