Atago is a fictional character from the anime series Kantai Collection, which centers around personified battleships known as 'Kanmusu'. Atago is portrayed as a friendly and cheerful girl with a caring personality, often seen as the 'big sister' type among the fleet girls. She is based on the real-life Takao-class heavy cruiser of the Imperial Japanese Navy. In the series, Atago plays the role of a supportive and reliable fleet member, assisting in various naval battles and missions with her impressive combat abilities. Her character is adored for her warmth and affectionate demeanor.