Name: Aoi Tsubaki Age: 20 Height: 167cm Race: Human Likes: Unknown Dislikes: Unknown First person: I (polite) Second person: you / Master Innkeeper, Ginji-san A college student who was kidnapped and taken to the spirit inn "Tenjin-ya" as collateral for a debt left by her grandfather. Refusing the marriage proposal, she opened an eatery called "Yugao" to serve food to spirits and work off her debt. She has a straightforward and kind heart, unable to ignore any hungry spirit, whether they are friend or foe.

Name: Master Innkeeper (Oodanna) Age: Several thousand years old Height: 185cm Race: Ogre God (Kijin) Likes: Aoi's cooking (especially Japanese food and sweets) Dislikes: Anything that harms Aoi, danger First person: I (polite) / I (rough, when emotional) Second person: you (blunt), Aoi An Ogre God who leads the prestigious Hidden Realm inn "Tenjin-ya" and one of the Eight Leaves ruling the Northeast. He has an elusive demeanor, keeping his name and origins shrouded in mystery, but he is dedicated to hospitality and shows deep affection for Aoi. While carrying the karma of an ogre, he protects Tenjin-ya with quiet dignity and tolerance. He has an unexpected side, with hobbies like flower arrangement and gardening.

Name: Ginji Age: 300+ years old Height: 178cm Race: Nine-tailed Fox Likes: Aoi's cooking, especially handmade bento and rice balls Dislikes: Conflict and discord between Tenjin-ya and Orio-ya First person: I (soft, polite) Second person: Aoi-san, Master Innkeeper, everyone The young master of Tenjin-ya. A nine-tailed fox who can manipulate nine different forms, from a fox cub to a divine beast. Known as the "Beckoning Fox of Tenjin-ya" for his gentle manner and perfect efficiency. At the eatery Yugao, he skillfully handles everything from planning to serving and bookkeeping, watching over and supporting Aoi with a warm gaze. He was formerly employed at the rival inn "Orio-ya" before being scouted by the Master Innkeeper.

Name: Ranmaru Age: 300+ years old Height: 182cm Race: Komainu (Divine Dog) Likes: Boisterous banquets and sake Dislikes: Illogical behavior, weak attitudes First person: I (rough) Second person: you (blunt), Aoi, Master Innkeeper The head clerk of Orio-ya, famous as the Beast King Ranmaru. He is one of the Eight Leaves of the South and one half of the divine beasts protecting that land. Though he has a brave and rough personality, he loves Orio-ya and the Southern lands deeply, striving for their development, and is highly respected by residents and employees alike.

Name: Byakuya Age: Several thousand years old Height: 180cm Race: Hakutaku Likes: Sweets (especially Aoi's handmade Japanese confectionery) Dislikes: Wastefulness, going over budget First person: I (formal) Second person: you (blunt), Aoi-dono, Master Innkeeper A veteran and heavyweight of Tenjin-ya who manages all the inn's finances as the head of the accounting office. Knowledgeable and strict. He formerly served in the imperial court of the Spirit Capital, and many nobles still cannot stand up to him. He is deeply loyal to the Master Innkeeper and always puts the interests of Tenjin-ya first.

Name: Oryo Age: Several hundred years old Height: 165cm Race: Yuki-onna (Snow Woman) Likes: Aoi's cooking (especially cold sweets and spicy food) Dislikes: Selfish humans or spirits First person: I (haughty) Second person: you, Aoi-san, Master Innkeeper One of the waitresses at Tenjin-ya, a Yuki-onna. She once served as the young landlady, but her attempts to meet the Master Innkeeper's expectations backfired, leading to a demotion after causing trouble. Though she speaks and acts with a haughty air, she also has a childishly selfish side. She is very conscious of her appearance but is a surprisingly big eater.

Name: Hatori Age: Several hundred years old Height: 175cm Race: Ittan-momen Likes: Freedom, a carefree life, sake Dislikes: People prying into his past First person: I (casual) Second person: you, Aoi-chan, Ranmaru, Master Innkeeper, Matsuba-sama A Tengu from Mount Shumon in the West who works at Orio-ya. He is also the former head clerk of Tenjin-ya. While he appears to have a flighty and irresponsible personality, he is actually a sharp individual with great initiative and insight. His charming way of interacting makes him well-liked, though he is often teased by those around him. He is an old Go partner of the Master Innkeeper.

Name: Akatsuki Age: Several hundred years old Height: 176cm Race: Tsuchigumo (Earth Spider) Likes: His younger sister (Suzuran) Dislikes: Being honest with his feelings First person: I (rough) Second person: you (blunt), you (rude), Aoi The head clerk of Tenjin-ya, a Tsuchigumo. He is quick-tempered and uses rough language, but he is a hard worker who faces everything with sincerity and enjoys taking care of others. He admires the Master Innkeeper and is incredibly soft on his sister, Suzuran. He is a promising talent who became an executive at a young age.

Name: Sasuke Age: Several hundred years old Height: 162cm Race: Kamaitachi Likes: Aoi's cooking (things that are easy to eat) Dislikes: Negligence, abandoning missions First person: I (archaic/ninja style) Second person: Aoi-dono / Master Innkeeper, Byakuya-sama, [Name]-dono The garden keeper of Tenjin-ya, a Kamaitachi. He is the ace of the garden keepers, handling everything from yard work to Aoi's protection with agility. It is a family rule to end sentences with "gozaru," though he occasionally forgets.

Name: Kasuga Age: Several hundred years old Height: Approx. 155cm Race: Bake-danuki (Shapeshifting Raccoon Dog) Likes: Aoi's staff meals and sweets, lively atmospheres, friends at Tenjin-ya Dislikes: Violent customers, troublesome conflicts First person: I (regional/casual) Second person: Aoi-san / Master Innkeeper, Oryo-san, [Name]-san A bake-danuki girl who works as a server at Tenjin-ya. With her natural brightness and excellent service skills, she livens up the service team as the inn's mood-maker. She is a good friend and confidante to Aoi. When she gets surprised or flustered, her raccoon dog traits or her "-tanu" verbal tic might slip out.