Head maid who narrates the Princess's life and cares for her.
Nobita's cherished grandmother who passes away when he is young.
Tampopo is the widowed owner of a struggling ramen shop and the film's central learner. After Goro criticizes her ramen as sincere but lacking character, she asks him to become her teacher. With his guidance and help from their companions, she rebuilds the shop and changes its name.
A lawyer specializing in handling yakuza affairs. She directs and guides the hotel staff to successfully confront and face down the extortionists.
A dedicated government tax investigator who inspects various companies and love hotel owner Hideki Gondo. She uncovers hidden evidence, develops mutual respect with Gondo, and persuades him to surrender secrets for his son. In the sequel, she investigates a religious sect linked to yakuza and political corruption.
The producer of the film crew. She investigates the mansion alongside the team and is among the three survivors who facilitate the ghost's release.
Nayoko is a foundling raised by Foster Mother and sent to a geisha house while still in junior high. After rigorous training, she becomes a junior geisha, serves an elderly Buddhist bishop, and later supports Mondo Suzuki through financial troubles. Her relationships with powerful men draw her into political schemes that ultimately collapse around her.
Yuki is an adult who discovers a boys’ love manga while browsing in a bookstore and becomes enthusiastic about its story. Her shared interest brings her together with Urara, whom she encourages to try making her own manga. Yuki helps Urara learn about supplies, printing, and binding, and supports her through the deadline without taking over her work.
Isono Biwako is an actress known for her theatrical performances who witnesses a murder and assists the victim. The police warn her that the cult behind the crime may target her, so she is placed under protection by Detectives Tachibana and Chikamatsu. She helps identify a suspect but later resists testifying, distressed by threats, public attention, and hostile questioning.
A determined tax investigator who uncovers concealed income, financial crimes, and corrupt land transactions.
The deceased's daughter. She collaborates with her husband to manage funeral logistics, such as choosing a coffin, hiring a priest, and observing formal etiquette during the three-day preparation period.
Nobuko Miyamoto has 54 screen credits in a career dating back to 1966. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently A Taxing Woman Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Amachan, House of Ninjas, The Tale of The Princess Kaguya. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
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