Hiroaki Date

"Brother... I wonder if he felt resentful towards this clan"

- Shinichi Date

Hiroaki Date (Date Hiroaki) is the eldest son of Miyuki and Akihiro Date and therefore the older brother of Shinichi Date. He was a talented warrior, but died young in a mission. His death virtually destroyed his mother, thus made his younger brother his successor.

Physical Description
"Good-looking he is..."

- Natsuki Sanada

It is stated that Hiroaki and Shinichi looked almost like twins. Hiroaki has long brown hair, which he tied in ponytails and dark brown hair, with a small scar under his eyebrows because of a mission.

Personality
Hiroaki is a dutiful and selfless, caring only for both his clan and his brother's well-being. He is shown to be highly perceptive, observant, analytical, and intelligent, something even Tokisada acknowledges. In Shinichi's memories, Hiroaki appeared caring and compassionate.

Relationship
Hiroaki is close with his family, having good relationship with everyone, that he is greatly loyal to. He used to teach Shinichi what he knows, in hopes that they boy would grow up strong. His death affected all the clan.
 * Miyuki Date (mother)
 * Akihiro Date(father)
 * Shinichi Date (younger brother)
 * Midori Date (aunt)
 * Kazuhiro Date (uncle)
 * Tamaki and Kohaku Date (cousins)

Kotoha Katakuro
Kotoha is Hiroaki's childhood friend. Despite her feelings for him, he only sees her as his sister.

Jiro
Jiro is Hiroaki's partner. In spite of their difference and harsh start, they get along well. Hiroaki's death results Jiro going away, never comes back to the Date Clan. However, it is believed that he is still around, keeps an eye on the young reckless Shinichi.

Background
Hiroaki is the first born son of Akihiro and Miyuki Date, therefore, he was chosen to be the next heir. During his training, he met Jiro, whom he has a love-hate relationship with. But together, they are a strong team. During a mission, he was defeated by a great demon, who is under the control of the Oda Clan.

Trivia

 * His name is like his father's with the change of order.