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A girl who came to the Hitogata Settlement as a "guest" shortly before the festival. She’s a distant relative of the Shigusa family and wears a kimono. She’s a quiet girl with a very mysterious air to her, and she gives off a sort of unstable, insecure impression. She’s nicknamed "Sacchan" by th... read more

A girl who came to the Hitogata Settlement as a "guest" shortly before the festival. She’s a distant relative of the Shigusa family and wears a kimono. She’s a quiet girl with a very mysterious air to her, and she gives off a sort of unstable, insecure impression. She’s nicknamed "Sacchan" by the boys and girls of the settlement when she meets them. Since she’s staying at the Shigusa Shrine instead of the settlement’s only hotel, the Futami Inn, there’s a rumor among the residents, beginning with Naori and Ayato, that she’s the "Miko" who manifests every dozen or so years. "...I’m staying at the Shigusa Shrine as a guest. My name is Satsuki."

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Works as a pediatric nurse in Tokyo. She’s adored by her patients and everyone else around her for her bright and gentle personality. She’s originally from the Hitogata Settlement and moved to Tokyo because of her father’s work. "Oh... Visiting someone?"

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Yukari’s classmate and friend. She’s a girl who can interact casually and act unreservedly with everyone. She’s a serious girl at heart, but will speak and act inconsiderately, sometimes confusing those around her. She loves pointless actions and m... read more

Yukari’s classmate and friend. She’s a girl who can interact casually and act unreservedly with everyone. She’s a serious girl at heart, but will speak and act inconsiderately, sometimes confusing those around her. She loves pointless actions and meaningless challenges. She also enjoys teasing Yukari with fibs and practical jokes. She’s met Yukiko before and calls her ”Yukiko-chan,” and also calls Yukari the affectionate nickname ”Yukaricchi.” She’s in the art club to spend time with Yukari, but doesn’t actually participate in their activities. ”Hey, Yukaricchi, what do you want to do today?”

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Yoshie is the mistress of the Hitogata Settlement's only hotel, the Futami Inn. She's also Futami Yuu's grandmother, and a strong supporter of the village's traditional beliefs.

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The soon-to-be mistress of the Hitogata Settlement’s only hotel, the Futami Inn. Her parents are already gone, so she was raised by the Old Mistress, her grandmother Yoshie. She’s the serious, fastidious type, with a strong sense of responsibility. She’s the most mature of her friends, perhaps bec... read more

The soon-to-be mistress of the Hitogata Settlement’s only hotel, the Futami Inn. Her parents are already gone, so she was raised by the Old Mistress, her grandmother Yoshie. She’s the serious, fastidious type, with a strong sense of responsibility. She’s the most mature of her friends, perhaps because she has to help out at the inn. She’s a sweet girl who tries much harder than most to support her one and only family member, her grandmother. She can nag at times, but she sticks with her friends, even when they’re acting stupid. Naori, who’s also more mature, seems to be on her mind. She’s called "Young Mistress" by her friends. "...Guriko, you’re bothering Sacchan."

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The grandson of the Hitogata Settlement’s leader, Hinagami Hideomi. He’s also Karen’s twin brother. Since he was born into such an important family, he’s a considerate child and often spends his time alone drawing pictures. He’s quiet, but full ... read more

The grandson of the Hitogata Settlement’s leader, Hinagami Hideomi. He’s also Karen’s twin brother. Since he was born into such an important family, he’s a considerate child and often spends his time alone drawing pictures. He’s quiet, but full of curiosity about many things, and has always enjoyed reading detective novels. Little by little, he’s attracted to the girl who came from outside, Satsuki, who seems somehow different than himself to him. He usually spends his time with his old friend and cousin Naori. He admires Naori as a smarter, older brother figure who can teach him a lot of things. All of his friends call him "Rihito." "Hey, Nao-chan, when are you gonna take us to this hideout of yours?"

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The current head of the Hinagami household, he knows everything about the Hinagami family. He’s Shizuru and Yuzuru’s father, and Ayato and read more

The current head of the Hinagami household, he knows everything about the Hinagami family. He’s Shizuru and Yuzuru’s father, and Ayato and Karen’s grandfather. He’s so intimidating that his grandchildren have a hard time approaching him and are afraid to talk to him. He’s the ruler of the Hitogata Settlement and Shigusa Yoshimitsu is about the only person who can speak to him on equal grounds. He brought great prosperity to the Hitogata Settlement when he transformed Hinagami Pharmaceuticals from a regional pharmacy to a Tokyo business. He’s already yielded presidency of the company to his eldest son Shizuru, but his dignity and influence haven’t declined at all. "So a big war is coming..."

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Ayato’s twin sister. She’s a kind, quiet girl who loves her brother dearly. She yearns for life in Tokyo, has an interest in fashion, and tries as best as she can to speak standard Japanese. She also acquires fashion magazines from Tokyo and rea... read more

Ayato’s twin sister. She’s a kind, quiet girl who loves her brother dearly. She yearns for life in Tokyo, has an interest in fashion, and tries as best as she can to speak standard Japanese. She also acquires fashion magazines from Tokyo and reads them with Meguri, and uses her sewing skills to design original western-style clothes. Ayato calls her "Karen," but the rest of her friends call her "Ohina." She often hangs out with Meguri and Yuu, but most of the time she sticks as close as she can to her brother. "Oh, I’ll go too, Nii-sama!"

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Hideomi’s wife, and Shizuru and Yuzuru’s mother. Her sister Rioko married into the Shigusa family. Anyone who wants to see Hideomi has to g... read more

Hideomi’s wife, and Shizuru and Yuzuru’s mother. Her sister Rioko married into the Shigusa family. Anyone who wants to see Hideomi has to go through Mariko first. She prioritizes preserving the customs and traditions of the village over all else. "What is it, Ayato-san? Whatever it is, there’s no need to be so noisy in front of a guest."

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Ayato and Karen’s father. He’s the eldest son of the current head of the Hinagami family, Hideomi, and will succeed the family. He’s already the president of Hinagami Pharmaceuticals and is us... read more

Ayato and Karen’s father. He’s the eldest son of the current head of the Hinagami family, Hideomi, and will succeed the family. He’s already the president of Hinagami Pharmaceuticals and is usually working himself to the bone in Tokyo. Being the eldest son of the Hinagami family, he follows the customs and traditions of the settlement. "It’s the same every time, but I always get nervous, even though he’s my father."

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A veteran police inspector from the Toyama prefectural police. He’s investigating a certain case that involves the Hitogata Settlement. He’s very suspicious and doesn’t open up to others easily. He acts out of complete faith in his judgement.

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She thinks Masaki looks a little like the man in an old photograph she found in her mother’s possessions after her death. She’s since taken an interest in him as a member of the opposite sex and intends to ask him about it. "Your medicine is ready... read more

She thinks Masaki looks a little like the man in an old photograph she found in her mother’s possessions after her death. She’s since taken an interest in him as a member of the opposite sex and intends to ask him about it. "Your medicine is ready."

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A servant of the Hinagami family. Her family has been devoted to the Hinagami family since her mother’s generation. She’s a year younger than Ayato and Karen and loves them as if they were her o... read more

A servant of the Hinagami family. Her family has been devoted to the Hinagami family since her mother’s generation. She’s a year younger than Ayato and Karen and loves them as if they were her own siblings. She looks meek and young, but she’s very dependable. She handles cooking, laundry, cleaning, and all other housework without flaw. "Well, I have to prepare dinner, so I’ll be going."

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Young Chizuru. Came to the Kuroya Clinic her grandfather Kuroya Sou manages to recuperate due to her weak constitution. Her brother Fumiya accompanied her as her chaperone. She spends her time ... read more

Young Chizuru. Came to the Kuroya Clinic her grandfather Kuroya Sou manages to recuperate due to her weak constitution. Her brother Fumiya accompanied her as her chaperone. She spends her time walking around the settlement with Fumiya and taking pictures, which is her hobby. "Later... can I take a picture of you, Nii-san?"

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Young Fumiya. A kind, quiet boy who accompanied his sister Chizuru to the Hitogata Settlement from Tokyo. He’s studying to become a surgeon to follow in his father’s footsteps. "Chizuru, it’s almost time for your check-up."

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A staff member at the town hall branch office. He seems like a good-natured old man at a glance. He likes to gossip, but he's just as wary of outsiders as the other villagers, and he'll hold his tongue if asked about the village.

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Yuzuru’s son and the heir of the Kuroya Clinic. He’s Ayato and Karen’s cousin and old friend. He’s a boy who thinks about things outside of t... read more

Yuzuru’s son and the heir of the Kuroya Clinic. He’s Ayato and Karen’s cousin and old friend. He’s a boy who thinks about things outside of the box, and is quite clever too. He’s studying to become a doctor to take over the hospital. Naori came up with all of his friends’ nicknames. "...I’m not sure what there is to be happy about lately, though."

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The director of the Kuroya Clinic. As the only medical facility in the settlement, the clinic is a lifeline for the people who live there. He’s done a comprehensive study of medicine and examines his patients using both internal and external medicine. He’s a splendid, friendly doctor who treats hi... read more

The director of the Kuroya Clinic. As the only medical facility in the settlement, the clinic is a lifeline for the people who live there. He’s done a comprehensive study of medicine and examines his patients using both internal and external medicine. He’s a splendid, friendly doctor who treats his patients warmly; the villagers all trust him. His family consists of Yuzuru, who married his daughter, and Naori, his grandson. He treats his nurse Nanako like family as well, occasionally touching her butt to "check her condition." Though it bothers Nanako, she’s so used to it that she treats it as a minor annoyance. "If only you would marry into the family, Nanako-kun... (To me.)"

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Hinagami Hideomi’s second son, who married into the Kuroya Clinic. He’s Naori’s father. He shares responsibility for the health of his neighbors with his father-in-law, Sou. "...If you’ve go... read more

Hinagami Hideomi’s second son, who married into the Kuroya Clinic. He’s Naori’s father. He shares responsibility for the health of his neighbors with his father-in-law, Sou. "...If you’ve got that kind of energy, I think you’ll live ’til a hundred, dad."

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The chairman of the Blessed Congregation. He was a trusted friend of Shigusa Michio, the founder of the Congregation of the Blessed. After the dissolution of Senri several years ago, he decided to reform the group as the Blessed Congregation, knowing that there were those who had nothing else to cl... read more

The chairman of the Blessed Congregation. He was a trusted friend of Shigusa Michio, the founder of the Congregation of the Blessed. After the dissolution of Senri several years ago, he decided to reform the group as the Blessed Congregation, knowing that there were those who had nothing else to cling to but the group.

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The nurse of the Hitogata Settlement’s only medical facility, the Kuroya Clinic. The director of the clinic, Kuroya Sou, is constantly touching her butt. Nanako is positive and cheerful, with a soothing personality, and the people of the settlem... read more

The nurse of the Hitogata Settlement’s only medical facility, the Kuroya Clinic. The director of the clinic, Kuroya Sou, is constantly touching her butt. Nanako is positive and cheerful, with a soothing personality, and the people of the settlement adore her. She helps the all-men Kuroya family with housework sometimes, and they’re completely indebted to her. She’s happy that they treat her like family. She’s closest in age to the Kuroya family’s only son, Naori, so they talk a lot. She tries to get Naori to speak more respectfully to her since she’s older than him, but he never listens. It appears to be revenge for her calling him "Nao-chan." "I keep telling you to stop touching my butt as a greeting, Sensei!"

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The son-in-law of the Shigusa family, Miya’s husband. He’s a serious young man. Kensei married into the Shigusa family since it didn’t have a male successor. As the successor of the Shigusa Shrine, Kensei is most likely well-versed in much of th... read more

The son-in-law of the Shigusa family, Miya’s husband. He’s a serious young man. Kensei married into the Shigusa family since it didn’t have a male successor. As the successor of the Shigusa Shrine, Kensei is most likely well-versed in much of the family’s circumstances. "The Hinagami family has brought the village prosperity for a long time now."

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The eldest daughter of the Shigusa family. She’s a kind, sociable woman. She married Kensei out of love and they have a close relationship. "Satsuki-san, read more

The eldest daughter of the Shigusa family. She’s a kind, sociable woman. She married Kensei out of love and they have a close relationship. "Satsuki-san, Saya’s waiting for you."

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Yoshimitsu's wife. She’s also Hinagami Mariko’s twin sister. She’s a strict disciplinarian, with herself and others. Protecting the customs and traditions of the Shigusa and ... read more

Yoshimitsu's wife. She’s also Hinagami Mariko’s twin sister. She’s a strict disciplinarian, with herself and others. Protecting the customs and traditions of the Shigusa and Hinagami families is everything to her. "Previous generations fulfilled their duties properly."

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The second daughter of the Shigusa family, she works at the shrine as a shrine maiden. She offered dances as a stand-in for the absent "Miko" at previous festivals every March. She’s also looking after Satsuki, their guest. Her speech and attit... read more

The second daughter of the Shigusa family, she works at the shrine as a shrine maiden. She offered dances as a stand-in for the absent "Miko" at previous festivals every March. She’s also looking after Satsuki, their guest. Her speech and attitude is polite, but her face rarely displays her emotions. Since she was raised strictly as a shrine maiden of the Shigusa Shrine, she’s strict in her interactions with other people. "Not even the police may meet with the Miko."

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The daughter of Shigusa Kensei and Miya. She normally lives outside of the settlement, as it would be too difficult to commute to school from home. Normally she speaks in standard Japanese, ... read more

The daughter of Shigusa Kensei and Miya. She normally lives outside of the settlement, as it would be too difficult to commute to school from home. Normally she speaks in standard Japanese, but when she gets flustered, her rural dialect comes out instead. "...I guess Tokyo’s a scary place after all."

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The chief priest of the Shigusa Shrine. He’s the only person in the Hitogata Settlement who can contend with the Hinagami family on equal terms. The heads of the two families don’t get along well. All of the children of the settlement find it hard to approach him. "Now we must contain the commot... read more

The chief priest of the Shigusa Shrine. He’s the only person in the Hitogata Settlement who can contend with the Hinagami family on equal terms. The heads of the two families don’t get along well. All of the children of the settlement find it hard to approach him. "Now we must contain the commotion."

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Long-time friends with Ayato and Naori’s group, and the same age as Ayato and Karen. She has an amiable personality and is the life of the pa... read more

Long-time friends with Ayato and Naori’s group, and the same age as Ayato and Karen. She has an amiable personality and is the life of the party in her group of friends. She seems to have faint romantic feelings for Ayato. She and Karen often pore over fashion magazines together. Others may see her close relationship with Karen as a way to attract Ayato’s attention. Her friends affectionately refer to her as "Guriko". "I want some takoyaki. What about you, Ohina?"

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The settlement’s only police officer, stationed in its only police station. He has a strong sense of justice, but he spins his wheels a lot. On top of being excitable, he’s also quite careless. Sometimes Naori and his friends hang out at the station where he works. Though he’s a police officer, he... read more

The settlement’s only police officer, stationed in its only police station. He has a strong sense of justice, but he spins his wheels a lot. On top of being excitable, he’s also quite careless. Sometimes Naori and his friends hang out at the station where he works. Though he’s a police officer, he was also raised in the settlement, so he has a hard time being authoritative to the Hinagami and Shigusa families. More often than not, in fact, he defers to them.

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In charge of the business and finances of the Blessed Congregation. A gentle-mannered man who contrasts with the pompous Oribe. He avoided the organization during its period as "Senri" because the higher ups weren’t fond of him at the time.