Ushijima is a third-year at Shiratorizawa. He is the captain of the volleyball team and wing spiker/ace. He is serious and stoic, not speaking very often, and maintaining the same fierce expression which makes him look intimidating. He tends to bluntly, but honestly, say what is on his mind, causing him to come off as tactless or rude. Due to his limited social skills and being incredibly earnest, he can appear awkward. He doesn’t seem to be able to read people or certain situations very well.