Kaede Furutani is the younger sister of Himawari Furutani and a key character in the YuruYuri universe. Even as a 6-year-old girl, she is known for her thoughtful and kind nature, which often gets her praised by others. Though she looks a lot like her older sister, Kaede's eyebrows are a little thicker, and her hair has a slightly lighter green shade. She stands out for her honest and innocent personality, always acting from a place of pure intention, and sometimes surprises the older girls with her direct comments. Kaede is loved by both her family and friends and has a unique quirk when she sleeps, but it only makes her more charming. She even takes the spotlight in various spinoffs, showing just how important she is to the story.
- Age: 6 years old
- Birthday: October 30
- Likes: Tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet)
- Dislikes: Fish
Kaede Furutani looks a lot like her older sister, Himawari Furutani.
Her face is similar to Himawari's, but Kaede has thicker eyebrows.
Her hair is a little lighter, with a bit more green in it.
In manga sketches with only one color tone, her hair appears even lighter.
Kaede is a very kind and caring girl, even though she is still young.
She wakes up early and sometimes tries to wake up her older sister.
She often helps others and tries her best at everything she does.
Kaede can be honest to the point of being blunt, but her words are never meant in a bad way.
Unlike the older girls around her, who often hide things or act stubborn, Kaede is open and honest.
She speaks the truth from a fair point of view, which can surprise or move the people around her.
Kaede Furutani is the younger sister of Himawari Furutani.
She lives in an environment where many older girls, like Sakurako Ohmuro and her sisters, act tsundere or keep secrets.
Despite this, Kaede grows up as a very good and straightforward child.
Kaede does not have any special powers, but she is great at noticing how others feel.
She tries hard to help, like making a simple salted rice ball, and she does her best whenever she can.
Kaede is close to many of the main characters.
She is cared for by her sister Himawari Furutani, as well as Sakurako Ohmuro and her sisters Nadeshiko Ohmuro and Hanako Ohmuro.
She also becomes friends with Mari Funami, who has a unique way of thinking.
Sometimes, Kaede fusses over Sakurako Ohmuro’s chest a little too much.
When someone lies next to her while sleeping, Kaede has a habit of unconsciously clinging to their neck, which once made Himawari misunderstand her actions.
Yui Funami, Chizuru Ikeda, and Mari Funami call her "Kaede-chan."
Her family and the Ohmuro sisters call her "Kaede."
- "Sakurako big sister told me to check every night."
- "I’m going out with Sakurako big sister."
- "I’m not Himawari!"
Everyday Life and Kind Actions
Kaede tries to wake up Himawari Furutani each morning by getting up before her older sister.
She once made a rice ball with just salt, putting in her best effort, but it was described as having "Yoshikawa flavor" by Himawari Furutani.
Kaede is friendly with the Ohmuro sisters—Sakurako Ohmuro, Nadeshiko Ohmuro, and Hanako Ohmuro.
She grows up in an environment where people around her usually hide their feelings or act tough, but she stands out as honest and caring.
Her pure and unbiased view helps people see things more clearly, such as when she made Sakurako Ohmuro sit down and apologize, and even helped Chizuru Ikeda try to change herself after just meeting her.
Kaede quickly becomes friends with Mari Funami, who has a special way of thinking.
Unique Habits and Comedic Moments
When someone sleeps next to her, Kaede will sometimes cling to their neck without knowing it, which once caused Himawari to get the wrong idea.
Sometimes, Kaede worries about Sakurako Ohmuro’s chest, which is a bit too much but always done with good intentions.
Spinoffs and Appearances
Kaede appears in the spinoff manga "Ohmuro Family" and stars in most stories of the special booklet "Furutani Family."
She has a cameo in the movie "Ohmuro Family: Dear Sisters," but since she has no lines, her voice actress does not appear in the credits.
- Kaede’s rice balls are famous for their unique "Yoshikawa flavor," a term used by Himawari Furutani.
- She is often the main storyteller in the special edition "Furutani Family."
- Even though Kaede is young, her honest words have a strong influence on older characters.
Kaede Furutani is a sweet child who brings warmth and honesty wherever she goes.
She is close to many older girls, but always stays true to herself.
Her kindness, openness, and sense of responsibility make her a character who is impossible not to like.
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