Otaka

Otaka is a beloved figure at Saint Lumiere Academy, known to students as the lively woman who runs the cafeteria. Although her real name is never mentioned, her enthusiastic personality and booming, husky voice make her a memorable presence among the students. Unknown to most, Otaka is actually the academy’s principal, who chooses to disguise herself to remain close to the student body. Only a select few, including Nozomi Yumehara and her friends, are aware of her true identity, which is kept secret from the other staff and students. Otaka excels at mental arithmetic and takes pride in making the delicious breads and pastries served at the cafeteria. Whether as a cafeteria worker or as principal, she always wears a bird-shaped brooch on her left chest.

Otaka appears as a robust and energetic woman, usually dressed in the uniform typical of cafeteria staff. Regardless of whether she is acting as a cafeteria worker or in her role as principal, she always wears a bird-shaped brooch on the left side of her chest.

Otaka is known for her bold and open-hearted personality. She is a friendly and approachable figure, speaking with a lively and slightly hoarse voice. Students trust her deeply, often seeking her advice or comfort. Her way of humorously referring to payments and change as “tens of thousands of yen” adds to her unique charm.

Otaka was originally a teacher at Saint Lumiere Academy. After being appointed principal, she felt distant from daily student life and longed to connect with them more personally. To solve this, she decided to disguise herself as the cafeteria lady, allowing her to interact with students freely and observe their lives closely.

Otaka is talented in mental arithmetic and boasts a level 5 abacus certification. She is confident in her calculation skills and manages cafeteria transactions with ease.

Otaka has a strong bond with the students, who regard her as trustworthy and dependable. She occasionally gives advice and support to Nozomi Yumehara and her friends. Only Nozomi and her close companions, as well as the vice principal, know about Otaka’s true role as principal, and she asks them to keep this information secret from others.

Life At the Cafeteria

Otaka works diligently at the Saint Lumiere Academy cafeteria, preparing bread and savory pastries for the students. Her creations and cheerful conversations are well-loved, and her presence is a cornerstone of campus life.

Hidden Identity Revealed

Unbeknownst to most, Otaka is the principal of the academy. She began working undercover in the cafeteria after feeling disconnected from students during her time as principal. Her true identity comes to light in episode 40 of Yes! PreCure 5, when she and the vice principal are attacked by Hadenya and discovered unconscious by Nozomi Yumehara and her friends. After this incident, her secret becomes known to a select few.

Continuing Her Dual Role

Even after her secret is revealed, Otaka continues to act as both the cafeteria lady and principal. She trusts Nozomi’s group and the vice principal to keep her true identity hidden from the rest of the staff and student body. Her voice and demeanor shift when she acts as principal, becoming noticeably calmer and more composed.

Otaka’s real name is never revealed in the series.
She jokingly refers to cafeteria transactions in exaggerated amounts to amuse students.
The school’s newsletter credits her with personally making the cafeteria’s bread and savory pastries.
Her unique bird-shaped brooch is a constant accessory, both as cafeteria lady and principal.

Otaka’s desire to remain close to her students highlights her caring nature and dedication as an educator, making her one of the most beloved adult figures at the academy.