Rio Kijima is a novelist in a romantic relationship with university student Haruhiko Kuzumi. After returning to his hometown, he keeps in touch with Haruhiko through correspondence, though their relationship changes when Haruhiko gets a job. When Rio injures his arm, he asks Shizuo Akemi to transcribe a story he is writing, prompting memories of how he and Haruhiko first became interested in each other.
Yuuki is a regular customer at the seaside beach house where Suzuko works after leaving home. He repeatedly flirts with her, irritating her despite the success of her shaved-ice work. When Suzuko's savings reach one million yen, his unwanted attention contributes to her decision to quit and move on.
Kijima Rio is a writer who has maintained a two-year correspondence with Kuzumi Haruhiko. During their reunion, he welcomes Kuzumi into his family home, shares an intimate exchange with him, and reveals affection through his letters, voice, and poetic words. He is also shown reading stories to a child.
Police detective handling evidence and interviews in the Sleeping Forest case.
A famous actor and Kotomi's boyfriend, Maruyama is part of her complicated romantic life. When Kotomi may be pregnant, she asks Naoki to find out how Maruyama would respond. He says he will think it over and call her, leaving Kotomi waiting without a definite answer as their relationship remains unresolved.
Kotaro has moved on from the earlier conflict and published a successful book about the Kamen Riders. When the Albino Joker captures his niece and seals her in the Vanity Card, the crisis draws the Riders together to save her. The summary does not specify Kotaro's actions during the rescue.
Abe no Seimei takes part in a secret discussion that leads to the campaign against Shuten-doji.
Terunosuke Takezai has 43 screen credits in a career dating back to 2001. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Tales of the Bizarre Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include The Convenience Store, Is a Family Like This Worth Keeping?, Pornographer: Playback. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
