Summary
Kyouko Inaba is the fiery-haired, fiery-tempered student in Nuube’s class who holds the teacher in the highest regard, potentially harboring romantic feelings for him. Their initial meeting took place years prior when Nube, then a college student, rescued a young Kyōko from an inari spirit, though hints suggest they may have crossed paths in a past life. Widely regarded as one of the most caring individuals in the group, she constantly monitors the well-being of Nube and her classmates, displaying strong emotional reactions to any distress affecting those she holds dear. Despite her cute and innocent exterior, Kyouko possesses a volatile temper that can drive her friends and teacher to the brink of sanity, although this aggression diminishes as the story progresses. Upon Hiroshi’s arrival, she initially finds him insufferable but gradually develops concealed romantic feelings for him. Simultaneously, she engages in a persistent love-hate rivalry with Miki Hosokawa, who serves as her closest friend, often clashing over physical attributes such as her flat chest, large buttocks, and Sailor Moon-style pigtails. Her name pays homage to the female protagonist of Dokonjyou Gaeru, a fitting choice given that this Kyouko also falls in love with a character named Hiroshi.
