Kyōka Izumi is a young dramatist who has come to Tokyo from the countryside with the ambition of becoming a playwright. He dropped out of the Hokuriku English School to pursue this dream and lives as a live-in apprentice under his mentor, the writer Ozaki Kōyō, performing household duties in exchange for guidance on his work. Born on November 4, he stands 171 centimeters tall and weighs 61 kilograms, with a slender build, short red hair, and green eyes. Kyōka possesses the ability of a tamayori, meaning he can see and interact with spirits. A small rabbit spirit perches on his shoulder at all times; this tsukumogami, a type of mononoke born from a treasured old object, is a memento of his mother, whom he lost when he was nine years old. Kyōka’s personality is marked by a nervous and temperamental disposition that contrasts sharply with his delicate, boyish appearance. He is a sharp-tongued critic who often speaks harshly and impatiently, yet his abrasive exterior masks a host of vulnerabilities. He suffers from extreme mysophobia, a fear of germs and dirt, and is also terrified of dogs and thunderstorms. As a private hobby, he collects rabbit-themed trinkets, a habit that began after he heard that figurines of the zodiac sign opposite one’s own could bring good luck. Kyōka’s primary motivation is to complete his play Yashagaike, a work that cannot be finished until the dragon god Shirayuki returns to the manuscript. He forms a close bond with the time-traveling heroine Mei Ayazuki, who shares his ability to see spirits. Through their interactions, his initially prickly demeanor softens, revealing a deeply sensitive and devoted nature. In the course of the story, Kyōka plays a central role as both a romantic interest and a key figure in the supernatural conflicts that arise. His development involves learning to trust others and open his heart, especially after he sacrifices his own life to protect Mei from an attack by the out-of-control Tōsuke Iwasaki, only to be revived by the power of the snake spirit who is Tōsuke’s mother. As a tamayori, Kyōka’s notable ability is his sensitivity to the spirit world, which allows him to perceive and communicate with supernatural beings, a gift that proves essential in navigating the hidden dangers of Meiji-era Tokyo. Despite his many fears and sharp tongue, Kyōka is a gifted playwright whose work is just beginning to gain recognition, and his journey is one of overcoming personal weakness in order to protect those he loves and bring his creative visions to life.