Kobayashi is the main protagonist of the anime series 'Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon'. She is an ordinary office worker living a mundane life until she encounters Tohru, a dragon who transforms into a maid and insists on repaying Kobayashi's kindness by becoming her maid. Kobayashi is known for her practical, calm, and collected demeanor, which often contrasts with the eccentric behavior of the dragons around her. Her role in the series is central, as she navigates the challenges of living with dragons and learns to open her heart to new, unexpected friendships.