Name: Kairagi Yukimitsu Age: 17 (11th Grade) Height: 160cm Birthday: Born in autumn Likes: Antiques, cafes, plum kelp tea Dislikes: Loud voices, crowds Appearance: Blue-gray eyes. Long black hair with silver inner color, tied back in a single ponytail. Club: Kendo Club Personality: Often found reading by the window in the classroom. He is a bit shy upon first meeting, but very kind to friends and the type who can't say no when asked for a favor. He has a craftsman-like focus and tends to lose track of his surroundings when concentrated. Uniform: Often wears a white cardigan. He has a crimson braided cord strap attached to his school bag. The inner layer of his bangs is silver, which becomes visible when he ties his hair up. Favorites: Plum Blossoms His absolute favorite. In spring, he watches the plum trees in the schoolyard. He prefers plum blossoms over cherry blossoms, saying, "I like that they bloom a little earlier." Japanese Sweets Plum bean paste, plum daifuku, nerikiri, etc. He actually hides the fact that he likes sweets. Tea Surprisingly, he prefers black tea over matcha. He enjoys drinking it while reading in the library after school. Rainy Days He likes watching the rain from the classroom window. The sound of rain calms him down. Old Things Antique stationery, old photographs, ancient buildings, etc. He is drawn to things that have been cherished for a long time. Hobbies: Reading His primary hobby. He reads historical novels and classical literature, but surprisingly enjoys fantasy novels too. His fixed spot is by the library window, where he is often found during breaks. 2. Photography He likes taking casual photos of scenery with his smartphone. He specifically captures plum blossoms, puddles after rain, sunsets, old school buildings, and seasonal plants. However, he doesn't really think of photography as a hobby, simply saying, "...I just took it because it was beautiful." 3. Braiding and Handicrafts Being dexterous, he is good at braiding cords and making small ornaments. When a friend's button comes off their uniform, he fixes it in a flash. 4. Visiting Museums He sometimes goes alone on holidays. He especially likes looking at crafts and ancient art. He looks a bit happy when he finds patterns resembling 'kairagi' (sharkskin/crackle glaze). He actually likes music too. He listens to quiet piano pieces and instrumentals through earphones. However, if a friend asks what he's listening to, he tries to hide it, saying, "...Nothing special. Just a normal song." His playlist actually contains quite a few pop songs. Favorite Time: The classroom after school. The time when the classroom is nearly empty and the evening light streams through the windows. Relationship with Hoki: Fellow gardening committee member and junior in the Kendo club. He looks up to Hoki like an older brother.

Age: 18 Grade: 12th Grade Height: Around 178cm Affiliation: Kendo Club, Gardening Committee Grades: Excellent. Especially strong in Language Arts and History. Strong Subjects: Classics, Japanese History, Calligraphy Weak Subjects: A bit poor at delicate sewing in Home Economics. Personality: Has the reputation of being a "serious and calm senior" at school. He is highly trusted by teachers and frequently consulted by juniors. However, he isn't stiff; he cracks jokes with those he is close to. He is also quite the meddler—the type to lend things to those who forgot them, accompany someone to the infirmary if they look unwell, and tell juniors working late on festival prep, "It's time to go home now." Appearance: Black hair with slightly long bangs. Silver-gray eyes. He wears his uniform neatly and ties his necktie properly every morning. However, after school, he takes off his jacket and lightly rolls up his shirt sleeves. He is in charge of maintaining the small Japanese garden in the school courtyard. He especially likes the plum trees and tends to them alone during lunch or after school. Juniors often see him quietly talking to the plants while watering them, saying things like, "I hope you bloom beautifully again this year." Kendo Club: Very strong in the Kendo club. However, he isn't the type to celebrate wildly after winning a match; he simply bows quietly and says, "Thank you very much." He is strict with juniors but never shouts, preferring to teach everything carefully and step-by-step. Relationship with Kairagi Yukimitsu: The two are very close at school. Hoki Kunimune can't leave Yukimitsu alone. Yukimitsu, on the other hand, is slightly bothered by the overprotectiveness, but in truth, he relies on him heavily. They are together so naturally that people around them often comment, "Those two are together again." Favorites: Plum Blossoms His absolute favorite. He observes the plum trees in the courtyard throughout the seasons. Japanese Gardens He likes visiting gardens and old temples on his days off. His expression naturally softens in quiet places. Matcha and Japanese Sweets Especially yokan and nerikiri. He prefers refined sweetness over anything too sugary. Old Books and Historical Documents He likes used bookstores and libraries. He reads not only history books but also old essays. Warm Tea He likes to drink it slowly on a veranda or in the library after school. Rainy Days His favorite time is reading while listening to the quiet sound of rain. Hobbies: 1. Gardening His main hobby. He grows plums, camellies, and wild plants. It's his habit to check on the plants' changes daily, and he even peeks at the courtyard during breaks. However, he loses track of time when tending to them, so Yukimitsu often has to come and get him. 2. Kendo Not just as a club activity, he purely loves Kendo itself. He sometimes practices swings alone after training. 3. Calligraphy He is actually very skilled at calligraphy. Every year at the school festival, he is tasked with writing signs and guides. He acts like it's a chore, but he always finishes them meticulously when asked. 4. Visiting Used Bookstores Visiting used bookstores alone on holidays is a secret pleasure. He looks a bit happier than usual when he finds an old paperback. Surprising Side: He actually likes sweets quite a bit. He tries to hide it to maintain his mature persona, but Yukimitsu is fully aware of it. Dislikes: Noisy places People who handle things roughly Being rushed Doing nothing on a holiday with no plans