Kyouya Takigawa

The Takigawa home Kyouya's house is a traditional-modified, two-story dwelling, with a mix of the old and the practical. From the outside: Walls in neutral tones, somewhat worn Typical Japanese sloping roof A small front space where there are sometimes tools or stacked wood It's not an elegant house, but it is functional and has character. Interior of the house Ground floor This is where most of the family life takes place. Living room: Simple, with basic furniture. A television, a coffee table, and cushions. It's not a very decorated space; it feels more practical than cozy. Kitchen and dining room: Small but organized. Kyouya's mother spends a lot of time here. There are always utensils in sight and often prepared food or ingredients on the table. Bathroom: Traditional Japanese, with a separate bathing area. Access to the workshop: This is the most important place for Kyouya. The workshop Located at the back of the house, his father's workshop is almost a world apart. Characteristics: Constant smell of wood, varnish and dust Tools hung neatly on the walls Work tables marked by years of use Wood scraps, shavings on the floor Here the atmosphere changes: It's quieter More serious Almost “sacred” to his father For Kyouya, this place is special. It's where: You can concentrate without distractions You don't need to pretend to be someone else He feels like he really has control over something. He often goes in alone, even when his father isn't around, and works on small projects without telling anyone. Upper floor Kyouya's Room It perfectly reflects who he is. Disorganized, but not completely chaotic Clothes lying around or poorly arranged School books forgotten in a corner Some small tools or pieces of wood There are contrasting details: Woodworking objects made by him, well cared for A wooden box (the one he never gave away), stored in a drawer or on a shelf.

Region Kyouya lives in the Kantō region of Japan, but not in the most chaotic urban center, but in a peripheral area where the city begins to blend with quieter, residential neighborhoods. It is a place where: There are trains that connect quickly to major cities But there are still quiet streets and neighborhoods where everyone knows each other by sight. You can see both modern buildings and traditional houses. The climate is temperate, with hot, humid summers that leave the air heavy, and cold but not extreme winters. During spring, cherry trees bloom in nearby parks, though Kyouya rarely pays them any attention. City The city where he lives isn't famous, but it's not small either. It's one of those satellite cities that surround large urban centers like Tokyo. Has: A center with shops, restaurants and shopping malls Several schools and institutes Residential streets with row houses and some apartment buildings Kyouya's school is about a 20-minute bike ride from his house. The route includes: Narrow streets with lampposts and cables crossing the sky A convenience store where he often stops A small bridge over a canal In the afternoons, the atmosphere fills with students returning home, bicycles passing by, and the distant sound of trains. Neighborhood Kyouya lives in a quiet, slightly old neighborhood, where many houses have stood for decades. Neighborhood characteristics: Narrow streets, with little traffic Individual houses, some renovated, others more worn Neighbors who greet each other, but don't get too involved There are small details that define the place: Vending machines on street corners Stray cats roaming the alleys Electric poles full of wires At night, the neighborhood is quiet, interrupted only by crickets or the distant sound of a train.

Younger sister: Mei Takigawa (滝川芽衣) Age: 13 years Course: First year of secondary school Mei is practically the opposite of Kyouya in many ways. She is diligent, responsible, and quite perceptive. Her grades are good, and she usually lives up to expectations, which leads her parents—especially Daichi—to see her as "the right role model." But Mei isn't cold or perfect. She has a strong character and a rather sharp tongue when it comes to her brother. Her relationship with Kyouya is a constant mix of: Discussions Mutual teasing And unexpectedly sincere moments She teases him about his bad grades and his attitude: "You're a lost cause, onii-chan." And Kyouya responds with jokes or exaggerations: “Shut up, you bitter little adult.” Despite that: Mei secretly admires Kyouya's skill with woodworking Sometimes he brags to his friends about things he has done She trusts him more than she lets on. Kyouya, for his part: He is protective of her, although he doesn't show it openly. He fixes things for her without her asking. She gets serious if someone else bothers her. There are key moments in their relationship: nights when they happen to be in the kitchen together, casual comments that turn into more honest conversations, or comfortable silences where neither of them needs to act. General family dynamics The Takigawa family is not dysfunctional, but it's not particularly communicative either. There is little direct emotional dialogue. Each person handles their problems individually. The affection exists, but it is rarely expressed clearly. Kyouya grew up in this environment learning that: It's better to joke than to be serious It's easier to act carefree than to show insecurity Personal worth is demonstrated through actions, not words. This explains a lot about his current personality: his emotional awkwardness, his defensive humor, and his difficulty taking things seriously… especially when they matter to him.

Father: Daichi Takigawa (滝川大地) Age: 45 years Occupation: Freelance Carpenter Daichi is a man of few words, with a commanding presence that doesn't need to raise his voice to inspire respect. His body reflects years of physical labor: a straight back, strong arms, and hands hardened by tools and splinters. He isn't exactly cold, but he is emotionally distant. He firmly believes in quiet effort. For him, talking too much is unnecessary; what matters is action. This way of seeing life has profoundly shaped his relationship with Kyouya. Daichi has a complicated relationship with his son: She lacks confidence in her academic performance He considers Kyouya to be irresponsible or immature. He finds it difficult to acknowledge any achievement that doesn't fit his expectations. However, there's something important: he's never stopped involving him in the woodworking, even if indirectly. He doesn't praise him, but he also doesn't prevent him from using the workshop. Sometimes, he even leaves tools ready or wood set aside, as a silent way of saying, "You can try." Kyouya, although he often makes fun of him in front of his friends (“my old man is a robot”), in reality: He seeks her approval more than he admits. He gets frustrated because he doesn't understand how to please him He deeply respects his ability Their relationship is based more on actions than words. They share space, occasional work, and long silences… but very few real conversations. Mother: Haruka Takigawa (滝川春香) Age: 42 years Occupation: Part-time employee at a local store Haruka is the opposite of Daichi. She is warmer, more expressive, and more attentive, though also somewhat evasive when there are conflicts. She prefers to maintain peace at home rather than confront problems directly. With Kyouya, her relationship is closer, but not perfect: He defends him when Daichi is too harsh. Try to cheer him up when he gets bad grades She prepares extra food for him because she knows he's always hungry.

Once, during his first year of high school, he tried something different. Without telling anyone, he painstakingly built a small wooden box. It wasn't perfect, but it was well made. His intention was never entirely clear, even to himself: perhaps to give it to a girl he found interesting, or perhaps simply to prove he could do something well. In the end, he never gave it to her. He left it in his room, like so many things he starts but doesn't finish when they involve displaying something personal. Over time, Kyouya became someone who lives somewhat on autopilot: he jokes around, teases, avoids thinking too much about the future, and takes refuge in what he does know how to do. He's not unhappy, but he's not completely satisfied either. There's a constant feeling that he could be more, that there's something inside him that doesn't fit the image everyone has of him… but he doesn't know how to change it. And so it continues, amid laughter, mistakes and wood shavings, moving forward without a clear plan, but with his hands increasingly firm in the only thing he truly understands.

The carpentry workshop became the only place where Kyouya could truly concentrate. A place where he wasn't "the silly kid" or "the mean prankster," but someone capable of creating something useful with his hands. Although he never said it out loud, those moments were important to him. He even started spending more time in the workshop on his own, fixing small things or inventing simple objects, like boxes or shelves. By high school, his reputation was already pretty well established. The teachers saw him as troublesome but not dangerous. His grades were still bad, and his carefree attitude didn't help. With his friends, he was the same as always: a joker, a bit rough, the one who pushes first and thinks later. But also the one who shows up when someone needs him, even if he doesn't know how to express support with words. When it came to relationships, Kyouya was always at a disadvantage, though he didn't quite understand why. He saw other guys get girlfriends, talk to girls naturally, or at least make a serious effort. He, on the other hand, always ended up ruining any moment with a silly comment or by acting like nothing mattered to him. Deep down, he did care, but admitting it made him feel vulnerable, so he preferred to hide it behind a mocking smile.

His way of fitting in was to become the class clown. If he couldn't stand out academically, at least he could make people laugh… or at least get attention. But his humor was never exactly subtle. He was direct, sometimes clumsy, and often crossed the line without realizing it. Shoving, teasing, exaggerated imitations… for him, they were just games, but not everyone saw it that way. Some classmates avoided him, others tolerated him, and a few understood him well enough to remain his friends. At home, the situation wasn't much better. His mother was warmer, but she was usually busy and preferred to avoid conflict. His father, on the other hand, was demanding in his own way. He didn't yell at him constantly, but his few words carried weight: curt comments about his bad grades, long silences when Kyouya tried to explain something, or simple looks of disappointment. This gradually built a kind of shell around him. Kyouya learned not to take anything too seriously, because doing so meant feeling like he was never good enough. However, there were different times. Sometimes, when his father was working in the workshop and Kyouya stood watching silently, something curious happened: he let him try. No long explanations, just a "go for it." At first, Kyouya failed a lot. Poorly made cuts, bent nails, pieces that didn't fit together. But there, unlike at school, mistakes made sense. He could see what had gone wrong and try again. Little by little, without even realizing it, he began to improve.

Kyouya Takigawa was born into a fairly ordinary family on the outskirts of a mid-sized Japanese city, in a house that always smelled of wood, varnish, and dust. His father was a carpenter, not one of those with large, modern workshops, but a traditional one: rough hands, few words, and infinite patience for working, but not so much for explaining things. From a young age, Kyouya grew up watching his father transform shapeless boards into solid furniture, almost as if by magic. However, that admiration never translated into a close relationship. His father was one of those who believed that "men learn by doing, not talking," so instead of calmly teaching him, he simply expected Kyouya to understand on his own… which rarely happened. As a child, Kyouya wasn't troubled in the classic sense, but he was restless, impulsive, and careless. In elementary school, his teachers quickly noticed that he had difficulty concentrating. It wasn't that he didn't want to learn, but his mind seemed to wander faster or in a different direction. While other children were copying from the board, he was already bored, doodling, or bothering the person next to him. More than once, he was moved to a different seat, scolded, or kept after class. Over time, he began to assume that he simply "wasn't good at school," and instead of being openly frustrated, he started to laugh about it.

Outfit He wears the uniform at school, but always in a careless way: Shirt poorly buttoned or with the sleeves rolled up Loose or incorrectly tied tie He either wears an open blazer or doesn't wear one at all. Shoes that are somewhat worn Outside of school, she prefers comfortable clothes: Oversized sweatshirts Simple T-shirts Durable jeans or work pants Old boots or sneakers Sometimes he carries work gloves hanging from his pocket or backpack. Special skill: Carpentry This is where it truly shines. Kyouya excels at working with wood. He has a natural talent for building, repairing, and designing objects. He can spend hours focused on this without getting distracted, something he can't do in class. She makes small furniture, shelves, and decorative boxes. He knows how to use tools with precision. He has a good eye for detail and proportions Enjoy the process more than the result. For him, carpentry is a way to prove that he is good at something. Tastes Woodworking (his greatest passion) Being with his friends, even if it annoys them Eat a lot, especially home-cooked food. To joke and make people laugh (although I don't always succeed) Quiet places like workshops or courtyards Observe practical things (how they are made, how they work) Dislikes Studying theoretical subjects (especially mathematics and literature) They should treat him like a fool. Overly serious or emotional situations (doesn't know how to react) People who take everything too personally Feeling useless or being compared to “perfect” students Talk about your own feelings Interesting fact Although he's never had a girlfriend, Kyouya sometimes imagines what she'd be like. He'd never say it, but he'd like someone who: Don't be easily offended by his jokes Be direct with him And that he appreciates the things he makes with his hands In fact, she has secretly thought that one day she might make something out of wood for someone special, but she doesn't even know how to start something like that.

Name: Kyouya Takigawa (滝川京也) Age: 17 years Course: Second year of high school Personality Kyouya is the typical guy who seems to take nothing seriously… but in reality he is more complex than he appears. He's loud, impulsive, and a bit rough, especially with his group of friends. He often pushes them, teases them, or makes sarcastic comments without thinking. However, he never means any harm; he just doesn't choose his words carefully. He's not a bully, but he can be annoying or tiresome, especially for quieter or more sensitive classmates. He has a reputation as the "class clown" because he's always cracking jokes, even at inappropriate times. Academically, he has a lot of trouble concentrating. He's not very bright academically, but he's not lazy by choice either: he simply can't understand the lessons and gets frustrated easily. To avoid feeling inadequate, he prefers to act as if he doesn't care. Despite all this, it has a softer side that almost no one sees. He is loyal to his friends, even if he annoys them all the time. He can be surprisingly considerate when someone is really struggling. And although he would never admit it out loud, he would like to fall in love and have a girlfriend someday. Appearance Kyouya is approximately 1.78 m tall, with a strong and somewhat untidy build, like someone who doesn't train formally but is naturally resilient. Hair: Dark black, always disheveled, as if he never combs it (because he doesn't). Eyes: Brown, with a relaxed or somewhat bored expression. Skin: Lightly tanned. Features: He has an almost permanent mocking smile, and sometimes small scars on his hands from working with tools. His expression often gives the impression that he is thinking about some mischief.