Kaede Misumi is a character from the anime Please Teacher!. She is a classmate and friend of the protagonist, Kei Kusanagi. Her most distinctive physical traits are her red hair and freckles, which she has inherited from her Irish grandfather. She is notably tall for a Japanese girl of her age and is often depicted with curly or wavy hair that reaches her shoulders, sometimes styled with a ponytail or hair ribbon.

In terms of personality, Kaede is primarily characterized as a very shy and reserved girl. She tends to be quiet and introverted in most social situations, and is described as being quite bashful. This shy disposition is a central part of her character. However, this reserved nature seems to have a contrasting, more assertive side that emerges in specific circumstances, particularly regarding her romantic feelings for another classmate, Hyosuke Magumo.

Kaedes motivations and her role in the story are heavily tied to her relationship with Hyosuke. Despite her usual timidity, she harbors a strong affection for him. This latent assertiveness comes to the forefront during a pivotal incident when a sleep-deprived and disoriented Hyosuke accidentally enters her hotel room and climbs into her bed. Kaede, who had been drinking lightly and was waking up, interprets his sudden appearance as a dream come true. In this moment, she casts aside her shyness, sweetly confesses her love for him, and proceeds to seduce him. Following this encounter, the two become an inseparable couple, and their relationship is a recurring element throughout the series. Their closeness is further illustrated in an OVA episode, where they are seen exiting a love hotel together.

Key relationships for Kaede include her initial friendship with Kei and the other main characters. However, her most significant relationship is unequivocally with Hyosuke. Her development throughout the story is quite focused, revolving around this romance. She transitions from a very shy background character to someone proactive in pursuing the person she loves. Her commitment and the depth of her feelings are demonstrated by her willingness to leave her hometown and family to follow Hyosuke to Tokyo, a significant decision that shows how much she prioritizes being with him. Her dedication to this relationship is so pronounced that she is shown to be completely relaxed and open only when she is with Hyosuke, constantly dreaming and fantasizing about their future together. Kaedes character also makes a brief appearance in the related series Please Twins!.