Makino is the film director responsible for the popular Princess Gale movie series starring Yukie Fujikaze. He is an elderly man with gray hair and small eyes, often seen wearing a pair of blue glasses, a brown hat, an orange jacket, and brown pants. His personality is friendly, enthusiastic, and creative, and he genuinely loves the art of filmmaking. Throughout the story, he remains cheerful and dedicated to his work, even when the surrounding circumstances become dangerous. When he discovers that Yukie is actually Koyuki Kazahana, the rightful princess of the Land of Snow, he sees a unique opportunity to create a film with a real princess and insists on continuing production despite the risks. His motivation is driven by his passion for cinema and the desire to capture something authentic. In the narrative, Makino serves as the director of the film within the film, and his crew's presence is what brings Team 7 to the Land of Snow on a bodyguard mission. His role is primarily that of a supporting character who facilitates the setting and provides moments of lighthearted interaction. The key relationship in his life is with Yukie Fujikaze, whom he admires as his lead actress; he remains supportive of her even after learning her true identity. Makino does not undergo significant personal development over the course of the movie, as he is largely a static figure who fulfills his professional duties. He possesses no notable combat abilities or ninja skills, relying instead on his expertise as a director and his ability to keep the film production moving forward.