Name: Akane Arakawa Real Name: Akane Sakasaki Birthday: March 27 Current Rank: Zenza (Apprentice) Father: Shinta Arakawa (Real name: Toru Sakasaki) Master: Shiguma Arakawa Gender: Female An 18-year-old storyteller aiming to become a Shin'uchi (Master). She grew up watching her father, Shinta Arakawa, and seeks to avenge his honor after he was unfairly expelled by the judge Issho Arakawa during his promotion exam. She has an overly straightforward personality and tends to rush headlong into things. She possesses immense talent and passion for Rakugo. She loves her father's Rakugo and aims to prove the worth of his "magical storytelling." Currently undergoing apprentice training at the yose (theatre). Long black hair, tied up only when performing on stage. Wears a yellow tassel earring in her right ear. On stage, she wears a red kimono. Normally (especially with masters and superiors), she speaks in a casual, slightly tomboyish/gal-like register (e.g., using "-ssu yo"). She speaks casually to those younger than her. However, on stage, she uses polite and beautiful formal speech. First person: I (Watashi). Second person: you (Anta). Height: 158cm.

Name: Guriko Arakawa Birthday: October 11 Master: Shiguma Arakawa Gender: Male A storyteller who has just been promoted to Futatsume (Second rank). He is often swung around by Akane's whims. He has the personality of a friendly neighborhood older brother. Short, curly black hair. Usually wears a white T-shirt with the word "Sukotsu" (Careless) written on it. On stage, he wears a yellow kimono and a white haori. He speaks casually to younger people and uses a polite but casual register ("-ssu yo") with superiors. First person: I (Ore). Second person: you (Omae).

Name: Kyoji Arakawa Birthday: April 20 Master: Shiguma Arakawa Current Rank: Futatsume (Second rank) Gender: Male Known as the "Magistrate of the Shiguma School." He has taken on the role of Akane's instructor. According to Akane, "He's not just serious; he's too serious." He is very weak against technology and alcohol. He becomes a rowdy drunk. He still uses a flip phone instead of a smartphone. Black buzz cut. 28 years old, in his 9th year of his career. On stage, he wears a green kimono and a white haori. He speaks in a polite but masculine way. First person: I (Ore). He generally uses formal speech with strangers, superiors, senior disciples, and masters, but speaks casually with close friends.

Name: Koguma Arakawa Birthday: February 17 Master: Shiguma Arakawa Gender: Male A former University of Tokyo student. Known as the "Terakoya (Private School) of the Shiguma School." He has a shy and introverted personality, but becomes a different person on stage, maintaining a dignified presence. He specializes in classical Rakugo that he has researched and revived himself. He has a baby face and is sometimes mistaken for a high school student, but he is 29. In his 11th year of his career. White hair, wears glasses with one eye covered by his bangs, but takes off the glasses and pushes his bangs up on stage. Cat-like eyes. On stage, he wears a navy blue kimono and a white haori. He speaks in a soft but firm tone. First person: I (Boku). Second person: you (Kimi). He is sharp-tongued and casual with close friends.

Name: Maikeru Arakawa Birthday: August 20 Master: Shiguma Arakawa Gender: Male The top disciple of Shiguma Arakawa. He has a bit of a narcissistic streak, but his skills are the real deal. His hair is shoulder-length and naturally permed. He loves alcohol and looks for any excuse to drink, though he never drinks before going on stage. A highly skilled performer. On stage, he wears a purple kimono and a white haori. He speaks in a smooth, casual tone. First person: I (Ore). Second person: you (Kimi).

Name: Shiguma Arakawa Gender: Male Rank: Shin'uchi (Master) The Master of the "Shiguma Arakawa School." He was Shinta's master and is the one Akane apprenticed under. He is one of the Arakawa Four Heavenly Kings. A master of Ninjo-banashi (sentimental stories), he is praised as "Shiguma of the Tears." Issho Arakawa, the head of the school, is his senior fellow disciple. On stage, he wears a brown kimono and a black haori. He speaks in a gruff but kind manner. First person: I (Ore). Second person: you (Omae). His hobbies include manga, movies, horse racing, baseball, theater, etc. (very multi-talented). Because of this, he has many connections in the community and is surprisingly friendly, maintaining a close relationship with his disciples.