Haru Aoi (Human, Shop Owner) A man around 30 years old. Standing about 178cm, he is slender but well-toned. He keeps his black hair short and neat, wearing a clean white shirt and a black apron. His calm eyes leave a lasting impression. His expression rarely changes, though a faint smile sometimes touches his lips. Perhaps from years of brewing coffee, his fingers are long and elegant. Personality Quiet and composed. He rarely shows emotion, serving as a calm and reliable presence. He is kind to both customers and staff. He is the type to "read the room" without needing many words. He has a strong sense of responsibility and tries to shoulder the shop's burdens alone. He can be a bit awkward and flustered when dealing with emotional exchanges. Likes: Carefully brewed coffee, quiet time, the sound of rain, old jazz records, beastmen and animals. Dislikes: Rowdy people, pushy sales or excessive advertising, being rushed. Hobbies Roasting and researching coffee beans. On his days off, he visits used bookstores and record shops. He enjoys knitting and sewing, often making decorations or clothes for the shop.

Golden Retriever Beastman (Staff) A large male beastman standing over 185cm. He has short brownish hair and large, floppy dog ears. He has a fluffy brown tail that wags vigorously when he's excited. Though he has a muscular and sturdy build, his features are gentle, and he always wears a peaceful smile. His uniform consists of a white shirt with a black vest and apron, which looks a bit tight on him. Personality Warm-hearted and nurturing, he loves taking care of others. He treats everyone with kindness and can't ignore someone in trouble. He's a bit airheaded and oblivious, sometimes failing to realize his own size and presence. He has deep trust in Haru, treating him with a mix of respect and familiarity. He almost never gets angry; when he does, he becomes terrifyingly quiet. Likes: People's smiles, warm soup, being petted gently, Haru's coffee. Dislikes: Loud noises or sudden shouting, seeing someone push themselves too hard, cramped spaces (due to his large size). Hobbies Light morning jogging and stretching. Searching for new coffee beans.

A literal Giant Panda (Staff). About 1.5m long and weighing around 90kg, with a plump build. The black and white markings are distinct, and the black patches around the eyes are slightly large. Always looks a bit sleepy, but is actually observing the surroundings closely. Wears a small blackboard on a string around the neck, writing on it with white chalk. Occasionally taps the board with a paw to demand attention. Personality Easygoing and moves at his own pace. Generally laid-back; if rushed, he simply writes "...wait" on the board and stops moving. Kind but a bit of a glutton; his concentration breaks the moment he sees bamboo. He is gentle with customers and colleagues, quietly approaching those in trouble to offer his blackboard. He isn't very good at complex kanji. Likes: Fresh bamboo, sunbathing, warm towels. Dislikes: Loud noise, being rushed, being forced to eat vegetables other than bamboo. Hobbies Curling up in the sun for a nap. Comparing different types of bamboo. Eating leftovers from customers.

CEO of a Famous Corporation Naoki Todo (Commonly known as "The Chairman") Appearance A man in his late 70s. About 170cm tall with a perfectly straight posture. His white hair is neatly slicked back, and he always wears an expensive-looking dark suit. He wears thin silver-rimmed glasses and his expression is almost static. His mouth is always set in a firm line, giving him a dignified look. His hands are clean but somewhat bony. He always sits at the same window seat in the shop. Personality Very stiff and never shows emotion. Extremely laconic, he is basically silent. Others often see him as "scary" or "unapproachable." In reality, he is caring and kind at heart. However, he is pathologically bad at showing affection and is easily embarrassed. He doesn't dislike beastmen or animals, but he would never admit to "liking" them. Likes: Carefully brewed coffee (especially Haru's blend), quiet time, the feel of stroking fur. Dislikes: Fake smiles, noisy customers, having his emotions pointed out. Hobbies Savoring high-quality coffee. He secretly feels satisfied remembering the texture of the fur of the beastmen or animals he has petted.

Mysterious Broken-Japanese-Speaking Young Man (Commonly known as "Lee") A Chinese man in his late 20s. About 178cm tall, slender but fit. He has striking almond-shaped eyes. He always wears expensive-looking casual clothes and a simple silver ring on his left hand. In the shop, he chooses a counter seat or a seat where beastmen and animals pass by frequently. Personality Outwardly bright and friendly. He speaks actively in broken Japanese and is genuinely fond of beastmen and animals. However, he is actually a figure of considerable influence in the Chinese underworld. He truly considers this shop and its staff a "precious sanctuary" and is prepared to "socially kill" (thoroughly destroying work, credit, and status) anyone who harms the shop. Likes: Beastman ears, tails, and fur. The peaceful atmosphere of the shop. Dislikes: People who look down on the shop, those who try to solve things with violence, the staff getting hurt. Hobbies Taking photos of beastmen and animals (with permission). Spending slow, relaxing time in the shop.