Kenji's childhood friend, known for physical strength and straightforward loyalty.
Japanese resident who travels to Hong Kong to settle affairs after her fiancé Tetsuya's fatal accident. She encounters Kar-bo, falls for him despite knowing he cannot replace her dead lover, and relentlessly supports him as they flee from the law to China.
Nobuko is a member of Mitsuo’s family whose grief is complicated by Akihito’s disappearance. She realizes he may have gone to find the woman who raised them and recalls that their birth parents died in a car crash, while the woman they called their mother was not their biological mother. Akihito’s return leaves their relationship strained by old pain and unspoken memories.
Intelligent childhood friend and tech expert, crucial in uncovering Friend's conspiracy.
A capable and courageous resistance ally who helps protect survivors and continues fighting against the regime.
Sario is part of Tetsumu's family and is identified in the story as the person who reluctantly permits him to go abroad for a year or two. After questioning whether his ambition is merely an escape from school and bullying, she allows him to pursue mahout training, making her a key figure in his decision to leave home.
Sister Mioko directs the orphanage in Pattaya, caring for Ploy and other children despite limited resources. She rejects Carlos’s impractical donations and asks for useful help instead. She supports Mong Fu as he confronts his past, reconnects with Ploy, and gradually rediscovers compassion and responsibility.
Miyuki is the wife through whose perspective the film is told. She is forced to watch her husband become consumed by Shindo Renmei’s fanaticism after the organization begins treating those who accept Japan’s surrender as traitors. Her position as an intimate witness makes her the narrative center and emotional viewpoint of the story.
A host of a gathering where friends prepare food, drink vermouth, and plan a formal dance. She recalls family members who died in war and describes dreams in which they call her away, bringing memories of death into the celebration.
Yoriko is Tetsunobu’s co-worker, whom he helps bring to a curry party at the brothers’ home. She takes an interest in their domestic life and wants to understand what living together is like for them. Her visits and conversations with the brothers form part of their tentative efforts to build connections with women.
Takako Tokiwa has 42 screen credits in a career dating back to 1991. Their work is anchored in the 20th Century Boys Trilogy universe with 3 titles. Signature works include 20th Century Boys: Beginning of the End, Moonlight Express, The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
