Haruka Kyan is a main character in the manga "After the Rain." She is Akira Tachibana’s childhood friend and is known for her energetic personality and sporty appearance. Haruka was a dedicated long-distance runner in the track and field club, just like Akira, and their friendship is very important to her. However, their relationship became tense after Akira suffered a serious injury and quit running. Haruka’s concern for Akira sometimes led to trouble, especially when misunderstandings about Akira’s feelings for Masami Kondo arose. Despite some arguments and awkward moments, Haruka ultimately tries her best to support Akira in returning to track and field and looks out for her well-being.
Haruka has healthy, dark tan skin and short hair, which makes her look sporty and lively.
She has noticeable freckles on her cheeks, and her figure is quite attractive, especially her large chest.
Her energetic look stands out from others.
Haruka is cheerful, friendly, and very passionate about her friendships.
She really cares about Akira Tachibana and always looks out for her.
Sometimes, her strong feelings make her act quickly and without thinking, which can get her into arguments.
Haruka can be strict when it comes to protecting her friends but also tries to make up after fights.
Haruka and Akira Tachibana have known each other since they were kids and became close friends in the same grade.
They were both in the track and field club and worked hard together through middle school.
One day, during their second year, Haruka had to move to another town and go to a different school.
Even after moving, she kept caring about Akira and their friendship, especially after Akira got injured.
Haruka is an excellent long-distance runner and was active in the track and field club.
Her athletic ability was one of her best qualities, and she loved competing alongside Akira.
- Akira Tachibana: Childhood friend and best friend from the same grade, fellow member of the track and field club.
Their friendship becomes tense after Akira’s injury and quitting the club, but Haruka still tries to help her.
- Masami Kondo: At first, Haruka misunderstands Kondo and thinks he is a strange middle-aged man trying to hit on schoolgirls.
But later, she finds out he isn’t a bad person after all and softens her view.
- Track and Field Club Members: Haruka also looks after younger members of the club, warning them not to bother Akira while she is working at the restaurant.
Close Friends and Runners
Haruka and Akira Tachibana are best friends and both talented runners in the track and field club.
They share many memories from practicing and competing together.
Even after Haruka moves away to another school, she keeps in touch with Akira.
Problems After Akira’s Injury
After Akira’s serious injury, she quits running, making their friendship more distant and tense.
Haruka worries about Akira and wants her to return to the club, but she doesn’t know how to help her.
The Misunderstanding with Masami Kondo
One day, Haruka finds out by accident that Akira has feelings for Masami Kondo.
She gets upset, thinking Kondo is a strange man trying to date a high school girl.
This makes Haruka and Akira argue, and their relationship becomes awkward for a while.
Making Up and Moving Forward
Later, Haruka and Akira talk things out and become friends again.
Haruka learns that Akira is working at the "Garden" restaurant and encourages her to come back to running.
She even warns her club friends not to bother Akira at her workplace, showing how much she cares.
Haruka decides not to go to the restaurant herself, wanting to respect Akira’s wishes.
- Haruka is known for her healthy tan and sporty short hair.
- She is one of the most athletic girls in her school.
- She gets protective of her friends, even if it sometimes leads to arguments.
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