Tamako Shima is a remarkable girl born on February 1, 1911 (Meiji 44). She stands out with her beautiful looks, tall figure, and strong personality. Tamako is Tamahiko Shima’s only full sibling, and she once seemed cold on the outside. But after reuniting with her brother, her warm heart and longing for real family love shine through. Throughout her journey, she grows from a sheltered, high-class girl into someone much kinder and independent, willing to chase her dreams and care for others. In the sequel, Taisho Otome Fairy Tale, she is a grown woman running her own clinic.
Tamako is described as a beautiful girl who is much taller than other girls her age. At 12 years old, she is already about 165 centimeters tall.
When she turns 20, her height is 166 centimeters. She has elegant looks that draw attention.
At first, Tamako looks cold and distant. Deep down, she is very lonely and wants to be loved.
After she clears up misunderstandings with Tamahiko Shima, Tamako becomes gentle, affectionate, and warmer.
She changes from a naive, rich girl to someone thoughtful and considerate. She learns to be kind to people around her and helps strangers without thinking about social class.
Tamako Shima and Tamahiko Shima are the only siblings who share both parents.
Her other siblings have a different mother or father.
She was considered a star student in her high school for girls.
Tamako used to speak in a refined, upper-class way, but as she grew, her speech became more relaxed and normal.
Tamako and Tamahiko Shima are full siblings, and after overcoming misunderstandings, they form a strong, loving bond.
She deeply admires Yuzuki Tachibana and even starts calling her "Yuzu-neesama" (Big Sister Yuzu) out of respect and affection.
She later becomes the adopted daughter of Tamasuke Manabe after Tamahiko leaves the Shima family.
In the sequel, Tamako is called "Tama-chan" as a nickname by Ryōtarō Atsumi, who is close to her.
After taking care of Yuzuki Tachibana when she is sick, Tamako is inspired to become a doctor.
She studies hard and aims to help people with her medical skills.
Later, she opens her own clinic in Arima.
Early Life and Family Situation
Tamako grows up as the privileged daughter of the wealthy Shima family.
Even at a young age, she is admired for her intelligence and beauty.
She spends her days in high school, separated from her siblings.
Tamako and Tamahiko are the only siblings with the same parents, while other siblings have different mothers or fathers.
Reunion With Tamahiko Shima
After years apart, Tamako reunites with Tamahiko Shima.
She first seems cold, but as she spends time with him and learns the truth about his character, she becomes affectionate and warm-hearted.
She begins to respect and even idolize her brother, calling him "Yuzu-neesama."
Personal Growth and Independence
Tamako starts the story as a naive, high-class girl.
When moving from the train station to the Shima villa, she learns real-world kindness by thanking and paying the men who helped carry her luggage.
This small act shows how she is growing into a more thoughtful and compassionate person.
Dream to Become a Doctor
While taking care of a sick Yuzuki Tachibana, Tamako is inspired to pursue a career in medicine.
She moves to Kobe to live with her uncle, Tamasuke Manabe, and begins studying seriously to become a doctor.
Life as an Adult
In the sequel, Taisho Otome Fairy Tale, Tamako is 20 years old.
She no longer uses fancy words or acts like a rich girl.
She runs her own clinic in Arima, helping people as a doctor.
She remains distanced from the Shima family and does not realize that Ryōtarō Atsumi is related to them.
- Birthday: February 1, 1911 (Meiji 44).
- Height: 165 centimeters at age 12, 166 centimeters at age 20.
- Tamako is both admired and respected by those around her for her looks, intelligence, and kindness.
- Tamako becomes a doctor after being inspired by helping Yuzuki Tachibana.
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