Arashikage clan elder and spiritual guide.
A former UGM member who passed away before the series' main events. Her position is later filled by Yullian, the princess from the Land of Light.
Yayoi Mimura is the younger woman who studies under Ichiro Mimura and admires his teaching. She becomes emotionally involved with him, visits his mistress’s apartment, and struggles with the fact that he will not leave his wife or other partner. Her attachment also affects her ability to continue college, leading her to seek Yumiko Koshiya’s advice.
Kenji's long-lost mother, now living with a new family; she is notably composed as old tensions resurface.
Hama-chan's devoted wife, manages household affairs while dealing with his fishing obsession.
Densuke's devoted wife who manages household responsibilities while supporting his fishing hobby.
Yumiko is Tadashi’s mother and becomes central to his search into his family background after a medical check-up raises questions about his parentage. DNA tests reveal that she is Ozaki’s biological mother, confirming that Tadashi and Ozaki were switched at birth. She hopes to see Ozaki play at a Sendai Kings game.
Ayako meets Mitsuo through an arranged introduction but dislikes the idea of becoming a farmer’s wife. She and Mitsuo speak frankly and choose to pursue a relationship independently of others’ expectations. Tired of her gas-station job, she offers to work in the greenhouse, and her encouragement helps Mitsuo through the pressures of the harvest.
Aya is a young Japanese war bride who arrives in a small Australian town in the 1950s. Although she and Frank are in love, she feels more comfortable with Mac, who speaks Japanese and respects Japanese culture. She works at a Japanese restaurant, has a brief affair with an Australian-Japanese businessman, and leaves Frank as their marriage falls apart.
Mitsuhiko's sister who works at the eastern mansion. She propositions Onimaru, claiming his jealousy proves his masculinity. Enraged by her words, Onimaru assaults her, which leads directly to her suicide by hanging.
Eri Ishida has 56 screen credits in a career dating back to 1978. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Tsuribaka nisshi series with 7 titles. Signature works include Ultraman 80, Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins, The Unspoiled Diamond. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 4 universes
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