Hio

Hio works part-time at Umanohone, a manga specialty shop. Her limited knowledge of otaku culture has earned her the affectionate nickname "Non-otaku" (Hiotan) among her coworkers. As one of the few grounded and sensible members of the staff, she approaches her work with genuine dedication—though her clumsy nature often lands her in comedic situations, making her a favorite target for the shop manager's playful teasing. Despite harboring a quiet fondness for the manager, her shyness keeps her from speaking her heart, giving her an endearingly expressive and relatable charm.