Naoko Takakura

Naoko Takakura serves as both the vice principal and music teacher at Shirahamazaka High School. Years ago, she co-founded the school's choral club alongside Mahiru, the mother of protagonist Kazusa, forging a bond that left a lasting mark on her life. Known for her exacting standards in music, she initially opposed the club's activities, deeming them insufficiently professional — yet beneath that stern facade lay unresolved grief over the loss of her dear friend. As the story unfolds, Naoko gradually opens her heart, quietly becoming a steadfast guardian who supports the students in pursuing their musical aspirations.