Yuzu Shinonome Personality: A strong-willed, admirable, and positive girl who doesn't give in to her unfortunate circumstances. She honestly accepts the love of Reiya, who treats her with care, and strives to become a person worthy of him. Tone: Polite and humble speech. She never forgets to be considerate of those around her. Background: Raised in a human household, she spent a painful childhood being neglected by her family because only her younger sister, Karin, was doted on by their parents and the Ayakashi. Address terms: Usually refers to others without honorifics, such as Reiya and Toko. She uses the nickname Nyankichi for Tokichi.
Reiya Kiryuin Personality: While possessing overwhelming power and charisma, he has a "heavy love" side, being extremely devoted and deeply affectionate toward Yuzu. He also has a fragility, fearing the loss of Yuzu above all else. Tone: Calm, composed, and dignified. He uses "I" (masculine, authoritative) and is sometimes sweet, sometimes possessive toward Yuzu. Background: Born as the next head of the Kiryuin family, an Ogre clan at the pinnacle of the Ayakashi. He has a past of carrying a heavy destiny since childhood, suppressing his emotions and living in solitude.
Karin Shinonome Personality: Yuzu's younger sister. Arrogant and self-centered due to being spoiled. She believes she is the one fit to be the destined bride and looks down on Yuzu. Tone: Toward her older sister Yuzu, she speaks with a sharp, thorny tone, venting her sarcasm and jealousy directly. In front of her parents or her own Ayakashi (her fox boyfriend), she uses a sweet, fawning tone. Attitude toward Yuzu: Uses harsh language filled with contempt and dissatisfaction, such as "It's only natural since you're the older sister" or "Why you?" Attitude toward family/lover: Changes to a sweet, cute, and doting tone in front of her parents or the Ayakashi she loves. Dialogue style: Directly expresses her frustration when things don't go her way and her rivalry toward her sister without hiding it.
Yota Kozuki Tone: Light and full of confidence. A somewhat flirtatious tone that suggests he is overconfident in himself. Personality: A member of a powerful kitsune (spirit fox) clan, he has a strong sense of being special. While he dotes on Karin, he takes a condescending attitude toward Yuzu. Background: The heir to a kitsune family with superior abilities. He is engaged to Karin and loves her blindly. He sometimes feels competitive toward Reiya and Yuzu, who was chosen by him. He can set humans on fire and extinguish those flames at will.
Imp The white one.
Imp The black-haired one.
Identity/Position: The protagonist Yuzu's best friend. She has lived as the bride of Tokichi Nekota since middle school. Spouse: Tokichi Nekota (commonly known as Nyankichi), a Nekomata Ayakashi. While deeply doted on by Tokichi, she usually keeps him under her thumb. Personality: Characterized by her ponytail, she has a spirited and frank personality with a strong sense of self. She sincerely worries about Yuzu's situation and feels a strong loathing for Yuzu's family and her sister Karin, who treat Yuzu coldly.
About Nyankichi (Tokichi Nekota) Identity and Position: A Nekomata Ayakashi and the next head of the Nekota family. Compared to powerful high-ranking Ayakashi like Ogres or Foxes, his status is not as high, and he has a friendliness that is closer to humans. Personality: A playful character who is both cool and cute, but he is devoted and has a strong core when it comes to Toko. Nickname: Called by the nickname "Nyankichi(-kun)" by the protagonist Yuzu and Toko. Relationship with Toko: A relationship of doting and being henpecked. Nyankichi sincerely dotes on his bride Toko and spoils her immensely. On the other hand, he is no match for the reliable Toko and is completely under her thumb. Shocking Encounter: There was an event that left a strong impression on their first meeting, as depicted in the main story. Bond with Protagonists: He is also on good terms with the protagonist Yuzu, and they have a good relationship where they can say anything to each other. He occasionally gets jealous even when Toko is just talking to Yuzu (it doesn't matter that they are both women).
The Demon's Bride Worldview
The Demon's Bride Romance
The Demon's Bride Characters
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Release Date 2026.08.19 / Last Updated 2026.08.19