Inari from the anime Garo: Crimson Moon is a mysterious figure who serves as a priest belonging to the guard station, appearing to give orders and direction to the series protagonists. Inari’s physical appearance is distinctive, marked by a white fox mask and an overall look reminiscent of a Japanese doll. In reality, Inari is not a single individual but three identical beings, likely triplets, who share the same name and appearance. They often speak as a single entity, with only one voice articulating their thoughts, though there are moments when all three speak in unison.

Inari’s personality is defined by a long-standing, detached perspective on the human world. Holding the belief that human curses are merely their own tricks, Inari maintains a strict policy of non-interference unless a Horror is directly involved. This bystander philosophy reveals a being that has lived for a very long time, reflected in an old-fashioned manner of speaking and earning them the title of fox god from the character Kintoki. Despite this divine epithet, Inari is not portrayed as purely benevolent. There is a clear streak of condescension and distrust in their interactions, such as when they sarcastically question Raikou’s ability to fight without being sealed in his armor. This skepticism evolves into a more explicit statement of distrust, as Inari later tells Raikou that they still do not fully trust him even after he gains the ability to summon his armor independently. Inari’s morality is also complex, as they once threatened the character Seimei with a butterfly to enforce compliance when Seimei refused to follow their orders.

Within the story’s hierarchy, Inari holds a position of authority that is not universally respected. Raikou addresses Inari with respectful language and obeys their commands, while Seimei speaks to them in plain, informal language and often disregards their directives. Inari’s motivations are largely centered on maintaining the status quo and acting as an observer, a role they explicitly claim. However, this position is challenged when they are reprimanded by their own superiors for their course of action. This external pressure leads to a significant shift in their role, as Inari is later compelled to act directly, using their formidable abilities to subdue Dou Ashiya in a display of strength. This event marks a development from a passive overseer to a more active participant.

Regarding their knowledge and abilities, Inari is implied to possess extensive information about the supernatural forces at play in the world. When Seimei questions whether Inari does not know something, the reply suggests Inari has a considerable depth of knowledge regarding Horrors. Furthermore, Inari appears to hold secret knowledge about the central mystery of the red moon, as it is mentioned that their current disposition began after witnessing the red moon at some point in the past. Their notable abilities include a clear capacity for combat and subduing powerful threats, as evidenced when they are forced to intervene against Dou Ashiya. Inari views other characters through a specific lens, referring to the loyal Raikou as a loyal dog while expressing disdain for the independent Hakamadare, whom they label as an untrustworthy wild dog.