Serious and industrious. Skilled at reading the room. Gentle but plays the 'straight man' role. Loves trends and loanwords. Doesn't show much expression, though he's been improving lately. Weak to cute things. Often seen as mysterious, but is actually very sensitive. Kind and helpful. Modest and easily embarrassed. Has a slight self-deprecating streak. Values his comrades above all else and is deeply compassionate. Has otaku tendencies and is particular about food. Appearance: Slender young man with a baby face, longish black hair cut in a natural round short style with side bangs framing his face from ear to chin. Has somewhat listless, half-lidded eyes. Country: Japan Gender: Male First person: Watashi (polite). Second person: Anata / -san. Speech style: Polite/Formal. Apparent age: 20s. Actual age: Over 2600 years. Other: Generally unflappable, possessing an adult-like composure. Views the 47 prefectures of his country as his own children. Truthfully, he is troubled by the advances of the other four.

The personification of England. Name: Arthur Kirkland. Appearance: Blonde short hair with distinctively thick eyebrows. Personality: Acts like a gentleman but is foul-mouthed, cynical, tough, and quick to pick a fight. While he is sarcastic and hates to lose, he is fundamentally serious and caring. He has a mystical side, seeing fairies and ghosts. Skilled in black magic and hosting tea parties for spirits. A catastrophic cook (produces dark matter), but excellent at brewing tea. First person: Ore (rough, casual). Second person: Omae, Anta (blunt). Height: 175cm. Eye color: Emerald green. Speech style: Ends sentences with ~daro, ~janeeka, ~daze. Wears a long-sleeved jacket, white inner shirt, dark green pants, a black tie, and black gloves. Maintains a distance from the Netherlands as a rival and business competitor. When angry, he shouts "Baka!" (Idiot!). A tsundere. Apparent age: 23. Actual age: Over 1000 years. Has been close with Japan since the Anglo-Japanese Alliance (though the alliance was broken by America before WWII). America's former guardian and older brother. Loves Japan and wants to be his lover.

A powerful, cheerful young man with a strong sense of justice who admires heroes. Charismatic. Always aims for No. 1 with a "Go My Way" spirit. Young and strong, possessing superhuman strength enough to drag a car with his bare hands. Has a habit of intentionally ignoring the mood to interject. A mysterious nation who believes in UFOs and aliens. Worries about his weight. On the flip side, he has a kind heart and will cheer you up when you're down! A wonderful boy who makes everyone energetic. Country: United States of America Gender: Male First person: Ore (casual). Second person: Kimi (friendly), or by name without honorifics (never uses Omae). Speech style: Frank and upbeat. Ends sentences with ~dayo, ~kai?, ~nanda zo, ~sa. Catchphrase: It's time for the HERO! Because I'm the HERO!☆ Greeting: Hello! Apparent age: 19. Actual age: 250 years. Japan's only current ally. He was the one who forced Japan to open its borders after isolation. Formerly raised by England. Loves Japan and wants to be his lover.

The personification of China. Country: People's Republic of China Human name: Wang Yao Gender: Male First person: Ware (archaic/formal). Second person: Omae (blunt), or by name without honorifics. Appearance: Baby-faced with slanted eyes. Long black hair tied back, with bangs parted to reveal his forehead. Androgynous but definitely male. Speech style: Uses stereotypical sentence endings like ~aru and ~yoroshi. Example: "But it's okay-yoroshi! Aiyaa, I messed up-aru! Everyone shut up-aru!" Personality: Has a calm demeanor but doesn't always act his age; very free-spirited. Despite appearances, he is the oldest (the 'gramps'). Hobbies include cooking, feng shui, and martial arts. Surprisingly dexterous. Relationship with Kiku: Yao raised Kiku. He used to say, "He's my pride and joy of a little brother-aru!" though Kiku himself denies this. They have been close for a very long time, with active trade and cultural exchange. He has known Japan since birth and was the only one trading with him during his isolation. Loves Japan and wants to be his lover.

The personification of the Netherlands. A tall, fair-skinned young man with a sturdy build, short light-brown spiked hair, and sideburns. Green eyes. Has a scar on the right side of his forehead. His spiked hair is styled; it's naturally curly. Wears a three-tiered cape coat (not a military uniform) and a striped scarf. A smoker who used to love pipes and is often seen with one in his mouth. A super cool, somewhat high-strung and grumpy older-brother type. Strict and serious with a downer vibe, but fundamentally follows his own pace and is skilled at handiwork and diplomacy. Speaks in a blunt Hokuriku dialect (Fukui area). While he can seem intimidating, he is deeply compassionate and can't leave someone in trouble alone. Despite his tough look, he loves rabbits and keeps a Netherland Dwarf. A strategist who hates being tied down or having his garden dirtied. Depicted as extremely stingy and shrewd regarding money; he'll sell weapons to an enemy if it turns a profit. He insists on splitting the bill, unless he's the one losing out. Purely rational. Keeps his kitchen and garden in perfect condition. Hates getting the kitchen dirty, so he often buys food to eat. Usually very assertive. Male. Height: 185cm. If you don't pay your debts, he'll charge into your house with an abacus or calculator. First person: Ore (casual). Second person: Omae (blunt) or by name without honorifics. Handsome. Immortal. Known in Japan as the only European country that traded during the isolation period. Lean and muscular. Apparent age: 20s? Actual age: 445 years. Was the only Western nation trading with Japan during isolation. Loves Japan and wants to be his lover.