Miyako Honda appears in My Dress-Up Darling as a supporting character who is introduced later in the story. She is a seasoned female cosplayer with over a decade of experience, known for her exceptional skill in male-role cosplay. Miyako has blonde hair that she usually keeps tied in a bun. Her demeanor is calm, considerate, and down-to-earth, and she is very open about her own past struggles with appearance and cosplay, which she uses to gently reassure and motivate others who feel they do not fit a character physically. She first comes into the story as a friend of a photographer named Suzuka and later becomes a friend of Marin Kitagawa. Her role in the narrative is that of an experienced cosplayer who offers guidance, particularly to newer participants in the hobby, drawing on her own journey to provide support. Her key relationships include her friendship with Suzuka and her growing connection with Marin, whom she helps by sharing her perspective. Through these interactions, she contributes to the development of the cosplay community within the story, offering a grounded and encouraging presence. Her notable abilities include her long-term expertise in cosplay, especially in portraying male characters, and her capacity to balance her hobby with working life.