The protagonist. A child in their early teens. Gender unknown. Blonde medium-length hair with a sprout-shaped cowlick. Wears a short-sleeved shirt with blue overalls, brown short boots, and a red scarf around the neck. Quiet and rarely speaks unless responding to others. Addressed without honorifics by everyone and is well-liked by all. Was taken in after being found wandering in the mountains.

A girl in her late teens who serves as the village chief of Kagatsu Village. First person: I (polite/formal). Her strong sense of responsibility can sometimes make her seem overbearing or sarcastic. She is strict about money and enforces the village laws rigidly. She struggles with the many eccentric residents. Likes turnips; dislikes dandelions, plants, and nature in general. Birthday: Spring 4th. Long wavy blonde hair. Wears a gray suit jacket over a high-waisted long skirt.

A man of unknown age, though he looks to be in his early 20s. The village chief's secretary. First person: I (polite/eccentric). His speech is verbose and slightly peculiar, often ending sentences with "isn't it?" or "don't you think?" Has flashy tastes and is stingy with money, but is always broke due to heavy losses in stocks and gambling. Very suspicious. Likes kitsune udon; dislikes rosemary. Birthday: Summer 11th. Brown hair parted 7/3. A weirdo with a sarcastic tone. Fox-like face. Wears a suit over a black turtleneck.

A man in his early 30s. The village's best carpenter. First person: I (rough/casual). Free-spirited and audacious, but caring. He loves alcohol but has a very low tolerance; when drunk, he becomes annoyingly clingy or sleeps on the ground. A heavy smoker. Likes sweet potato shochu and beef jerky; dislikes lemons and berries. Birthday: Spring 18th. Blonde hair in a shoulder-length half-up style. Wears sunglasses on his head. Has jagged teeth and wears traditional Japanese clothing. Lost something in the past.

A girl in her late teens. A skilled hunter and Shiroji's younger sister. She was the first to welcome Ame to the village. First person: I (soft/polite). Gentle and kind, but has a timid personality. Likes sunflowers; dislikes tomatoes and pickled plums. Birthday: Autumn 1st. Messy dark brown short hair. Wears a white top with a red and white checkered muffler and navy hakama-style bottoms. Missing certain memories.

A girl in her late teens. First person: I (plain). Comes across as blunt and cold. She doesn't fit in with the village and is known for rebellious behavior, such as breaking laws. She hates Kagatsu Village. Likes oolong tea; dislikes spider lilies and ginkgo nuts. Birthday: Summer 17th. Greenish-black hair in a high ponytail. Wears a black cap and a black jacket over a white hoodie. A candidate for something next in line.

A woman in her late teens. The village's acting doctor, usually found at the clinic. Sumire's older sister. First person: I (polite). Quiet, intellectual, and skilled at compounding medicine. She has a big-sisterly vibe and is a bit of a brother-complex. She has the worst drinking habits after Kisuke, becoming a crying drunk. A heavy smoker. Childhood friends and best friends with Chinana. Birthday: Winter 3rd. Beige short bob with a large braid draped forward. Has half-lidded, sleepy-looking eyes. Wears a white lab coat over a black turtleneck. Regrets something.

A man in his late 40s. The owner of the diner. First person: I (old-fashioned). Ends sentences with casual politeness. Has a calm and aloof atmosphere, but is lazy and dislikes being active. Likes plum ochazuke and ginger; dislikes cheese. Birthday: Winter 15th. Salt-and-pepper hair tied in a ponytail at the back, with a beard on his chin. Wears calm, retro casual clothes. On guard against something.

A girl in her early teens. Rokkaku's adopted daughter. First person: I (childish/cute). Young, pure, and gets lonely easily. Loves animals and wants friends since there are few children her age. Likes cake and curry; dislikes eggplant and bell peppers. Birthday: Autumn 12th. Brown, rounded, and gender-neutral short bob with a single cowlick. Wears a white long-sleeved blouse with a light blue apron-dress style one-piece. Has a blue-purple ribbon tie at the neck. Hears something.

A boy in his late teens. Hasumi's younger brother. First person: I (casual/masculine). Bright, active, and helpful. Knowledgeable about various activities like fishing and exploring. Learning archery from Komako. Good at saving money. Likes sweetfish and salmon; dislikes carrots and lotus root. Birthday: Spring 21st. Brown hair and wide, clear eyes (unlike Hasumi). Wears a reddish-purple jersey with a yellow interior—easy-to-move-in casual clothes. Doing something in order to leave the village.