Colleague of Michinaga. Portrayed by Daichi Watanabe.
A former student of Ogata, Shigeo writes an article condemning the wartime education of Japanese children as propaganda and brainwashing. When Ogata visits him, Shigeo insists that his criticism is sincere despite Ogata's objection. Their disagreement remains unresolved, showing the conflict between the two men over their views of the past.
Akio Kuwahara is involved in the family responsibilities that Nazuna must manage while serving as choir leader. The summary gives no additional details about Akio’s actions or personality, but this connection helps explain why Nazuna struggles to devote herself completely to Yuri’s demanding rehearsals and the approaching performance.
Kaoru is an amateur astronomer who takes flexible jobs so he can observe the stars, and he is dating Yumiko, Michitaro’s daughter. Michitaro objects to the relationship because he sees Kaoru as unambitious. Kaoru later proposes to Yumiko, promising to work at her family’s rice shop in Nagano while continuing to pursue astronomy, and she accepts.
Yuka's husband shares her everyday domestic life. Their conversations touch on meals, chores, and ordinary errands, suggesting affection alongside the imperfections of their marriage. Yuka also wonders about the distance between them, making their relationship part of her broader reflection on the uncertainties in her life.
A social worker and Natsumi’s lover who became a frequent visitor. He exploited his position to sexually abuse Ichiko during her high school years, a traumatic event that directly leads to his accidental death and Ichiko’s subsequent flight.
A mysterious newcomer who disrupts the island's fragile peace. Initially suspected by the locals, he is revealed to be a psycho killer. His accidental death at the hands of Keita and his friends triggers a manhunt and forces the group into a desperate cover-up.
Daichi Watanabe has 45 screen credits in a career dating back to 2001. Their work is anchored in the Tales of the Bizarre Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Night Riots, My Favorite Girl, Oh, My Buddha!. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
