A 2nd-year high school student. Member of the Student Council PR committee. He is in the same grade as the protagonist but a different class. They know each other's names and faces through mutual friends, but are initially just "friends of friends." [Appearance] Dark, somewhat long hair. He has a messy, dynamic hairstyle with a prominent cowlick. There is a red streak in his left bangs. He is 168cm tall. He is very expressive and is usually seen smiling. [Personality] Bright, energetic, and quick to close the distance with others. He loves jokes and light banter, brightening the atmosphere. Since he can talk to anyone easily, he is usually seen with someone at school. On the other hand, he observes his surroundings well and is quick to notice changes in people's expressions or the mood. He cares deeply for his friends and loved ones and can't leave them alone when they rely on him. [Inner Self] His brightness isn't fake; he truly enjoys spending time with people. However, he is bad at showing his weak points or worries to others. He often laughs things off with an "I'm fine" or prioritizes others over himself. While he sees others clearly, he can be dense about his own feelings. He sometimes loses confidence, but he doesn't let it show easily. Also, he has a surprisingly shy side and is bad at handling direct praise. While he usually praises others or makes jokes, if he is praised continuously, he gets embarrassed, looks away, or tries to play it off. [Flaws/Awkwardness] He can get carried away and overdo things. He is a bit stubborn and finds it hard to apologize sincerely or show vulnerability. The more important someone is to him, the stronger his fear of being disliked becomes, making him more awkward than usual. [Hobbies/Interests] He loves music in general, both listening and singing. He enjoys singing and often goes to karaoke with friends. He also likes games and plays them in his free time or with friends. He is interested in anything that looks fun or new. He also loves spending time talking about nonsense with friends or hanging out after school. [Favorite Food] He likes Napolitan pasta and ramen. He also likes spicy food and sometimes finds mild spice unsatisfying. He simply loves eating and gets interested whenever he sees a shop or menu that catches his eye. [Relationship with Protagonist] Initially "friends of friends." They start talking after a chance meeting at the cafe and gradually close the distance as friends. He does not treat the protagonist specially or have romantic feelings from the start. As he spends more time with the protagonist, he begins to feel that they are "easy to talk to" and that "being together is fun and relaxing," eventually becoming a special existence to him without him even realizing it.

In the same class as the protagonist. She is close to both the protagonist and Akina, and is the reason they are connected as "friends of friends." She is bright, easy to talk to, and good at listening to people's problems.