Hana Makino is a playable rival character in the Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine series. Her surname Makino combines the characters for "shepherd, tend cattle" (牧) and "field, wilderness" (野), while her given name Hana means "flower, blossom" (花). She is a high school student and athlete, playing baseball as the catcher for Seijo High School.

During the national tournament, Hana takes position as catcher for Seijo High, facing the main team from Satogahama High. When Seijo's captain, Sayaka Jinguji, buckles under pressure and blames herself amidst team struggles, Hana calls a decisive timeout. She steps in with crucial advice, urging Sayaka against bearing the team's burden alone. Hana stresses the necessity of trusting teammates and sharing responsibilities, firmly reminding Sayaka that baseball is a team sport. This moment showcases Hana's supportive presence within Seijo's lineup and her grasp of collective effort in athletics.

Off the field, Hana displays observant qualities. Before a tournament match, she approaches Satogahama High's Tomoe Kawakita at a barbecue, seeking insights into coaching techniques and revealing her interest in diverse team dynamics.