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The Shinsen-gumi lieutenant. He is coolly decisive, and has sometimes been called "The Demon." Though he finds most things bothersome, he's always helping out the other samurai. He can sometimes be found working seriously at his desk with his glasses on. He sleeps light and wakes at the smallest noi... read more

The Shinsen-gumi lieutenant. He is coolly decisive, and has sometimes been called "The Demon." Though he finds most things bothersome, he's always helping out the other samurai. He can sometimes be found working seriously at his desk with his glasses on. He sleeps light and wakes at the smallest noise.

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A heroic warrior from Choshu who has strong ambitions. The Shinsen-gumi are constantly pursuing him, yet he stays in Kyoto to achieve his goals. For some reason he gets along well with Okubo, despite them being polar opposites. His cheerful nature hides a secret.

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One of the most well-known courtesans in the red-light district. There are many people who are captivated by her sensual alto tones. She is a good confidant for the protagonist, as she is both kind and wise. Yet she seems to be hiding a very big secret.

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The commander of the Shinsen-gumi who oversees all their activities. Although he's said to be a worrier, he's the first to leap into battle when needed. He's known Hijikata and Okita for many years, and the three are almost like brothers. He seems to appreciate all of the protagonist's efforts to he... read more

The commander of the Shinsen-gumi who oversees all their activities. Although he's said to be a worrier, he's the first to leap into battle when needed. He's known Hijikata and Okita for many years, and the three are almost like brothers. He seems to appreciate all of the protagonist's efforts to help the Shinsen-gumi.

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Captain of the Shinsen-gumi First Corps. He's well-known as a gifted swordsman. He doesn't get attached to things, and is so indifferent he often forgets to eat. He is a little odd, and says that one of his hobbies is teasing Yamazaki. But it seems as though something is hidden behind that carefree ... read more

Captain of the Shinsen-gumi First Corps. He's well-known as a gifted swordsman. He doesn't get attached to things, and is so indifferent he often forgets to eat. He is a little odd, and says that one of his hobbies is teasing Yamazaki. But it seems as though something is hidden behind that carefree smile of his.

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A calm, cool, and collected warrior from Satsuma. He likes books, no matter where they come from, and always carries one with him. He stands by a principle of never carrying a sword, and lets Katsura handle anything dangerous. He's never been interested in anything other than books until he met the ... read more

A calm, cool, and collected warrior from Satsuma. He likes books, no matter where they come from, and always carries one with him. He stands by a principle of never carrying a sword, and lets Katsura handle anything dangerous. He's never been interested in anything other than books until he met the protagonist.

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Captain of the Shinsen-gumi Third Corps. He has a keen eye and quick judgment. Nobody in the Shinsen-gumi knows why he covers one of his eyes. He is so skilled with a sword that even Hijikata and Okita acknowledge his superiority.

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A warrior from the Tosa domain who wants Japan to be open to the world. The Shinsen-gumi consider him dangerous. He loves the unique and unusual, and has a strong interest in the world beyond Japan. His sullen attitude masks how sweet he can be with those he trusts.

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The only other person who traveled back in time with the protagonist. It's rumored that he looks exactly like a Shinsen-gumi member who has disappeared. He is the protagonist's friend from her college days, and his cheeky attitude is surprisingly popular. He's never had a girlfriend.

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The owner of a popular kimono shop who has helped the protagonist in many ways. He is well-known around town for his cheerful and helpful nature. He is the protagonist's closest confidant, and seems to understand a woman's feelings better than anyone. Yet it seems that in the past he was very differ... read more

The owner of a popular kimono shop who has helped the protagonist in many ways. He is well-known around town for his cheerful and helpful nature. He is the protagonist's closest confidant, and seems to understand a woman's feelings better than anyone. Yet it seems that in the past he was very different from the person she knows now.

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He has dangerous ideas, and is willing to do anything to achieve his goals. There are rumors that he and Kirisato are old friends, but no one knows more than that. He may get closer to the protagonist in order to use her.

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A playboy known around town by the name Keiki. He's actually head of the Hitotsubashi family, and a contender to become the next Shogun. He has plenty of money and power, yet he seems unhappy somehow, and dislikes anything transient or impermanent. He shows an interest in the protagonist as she work... read more

A playboy known around town by the name Keiki. He's actually head of the Hitotsubashi family, and a contender to become the next Shogun. He has plenty of money and power, yet he seems unhappy somehow, and dislikes anything transient or impermanent. He shows an interest in the protagonist as she works at Shiki, and the two of them gradually become closer.

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An officer and secret agent of the Shinsengumi who is serious and dedicated to his work. Pure and honest by nature, he often finds himself the target of Okita's teasing. Don't be deceived by his cute looks--the moment he has work to do, he carries it out with cool precision. He doesn't say much, but... read more

An officer and secret agent of the Shinsengumi who is serious and dedicated to his work. Pure and honest by nature, he often finds himself the target of Okita's teasing. Don't be deceived by his cute looks--the moment he has work to do, he carries it out with cool precision. He doesn't say much, but he seems interested in the protagonist.

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The captain of the Shinsen-gumi's 8th Squadron. He went missing shortly before the protagonist and Kyo arrived in the Bakumatsu era, so Kyo was recruited to impersonate him.

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