About “Your Name: Kimi No Na Wa” in a few words:

“Kimi No Na Wa” is a 2016 Japanese animated film directed by Makoto Shinkai. The story follows two teenagers, Mitsuha and Taki, who mysteriously begin to swap bodies. As they try to uncover the truth behind their strange connection, they discover a deeper, cosmic connection that threatens to tear them apart. The film explores themes of love, identity, and the power of destiny, all set against a stunning backdrop of Japanese culture and landscapes. “Kimi No Na Wa” has received widespread critical acclaim for its breathtaking animation and emotional storytelling.

Meet the characters from Your Name: Kimi No Na Wa

Taki Tachibana

Taki is a fast-moving Tokyo guy—part amateur architect, part impulsive romantic, always in motion and somehow pulling off clumsy heroics. He’s decisive when it counts (and then helplessly forgetful later), loves making models and ramen and embarrassing himself, and he’ll do anything for someone he barely remembers. There’s a stubborn, almost adorable impatience to him, and also this quiet sensitivity that sneaks up on you—like he can be full-on macho one minute and sobbing at a tiny shrine the next. He gets lost in crowds but remembers weird tiny details, which is probably why the whole timeline thing breaks his brain and makes him heroic.

Mitsuha Miyamizu

Mitsuha is small-town magic wrapped in a school uniform—shrine maiden vibes, braids (she fiddles with them when nervous), and an aching wish to see Tokyo. She’s stubborn in a grounded, earthy way, making braided cords and sake with almost ritual perfection, but also secretly loves silly pop songs and dramatic daydreams. You can trust her to be kind and responsible one minute and impulsively reckless the next—she saves strangers and loses her own train of thought, like, constantly. There’s a bittersweet bravery to her: tradition anchors her but she’s always reaching for something bigger, even when she’s awkward about it and denies being dramatic (but totally is).

Katsuhiko Teshigawara

Katsuhiko is the loud, conspicuously confident friend who’s always two jokes ahead and five minutes late—total class clown energy. He runs his mouth, spreads rumors, and somehow keeps being adored by everyone even when he’s being a jerk (sorry not sorry), but he’s not empty-headed—there’s a quickness to him, a kind of social radar. He can be obnoxious but also unexpectedly loyal, the guy who’ll start a goofy chant and then turn around and protect someone without making it a Thing. Also, I swear he cries during graduation speeches? Maybe I’m making that up but he’s definitely more heart than he pretends—plus he’s into weird snacks, like pickled plums at midnight.

Sayaka Natori

Sayaka is the practical, watchful friend who notices the small shifts—very observant, a gossip if you want to call it that, but she uses it mostly to keep people in line. She’s grounded and sensible, the kind of person who knows everyone’s schedule and has a spare umbrella but also steals fries when no one’s looking. There’s a secret softness to her though—she’ll roll her eyes loudly but then volunteer first for anything awkward, like staying late to help clean up after festivals. She isn’t flashy; she’s the glue, quietly pragmatic and occasionally dramatic about school rules, which is probably part of her charm (and annoyance).

Tsukasa Fujii

Tsukasa is the steady background presence, low-key and a little anxious, always trying to be helpful without making waves—introverted but not invisible. He’s the friend who’ll Google something at lightning speed during a problem and then blush like a tomato if you praise him, so sweet and awkward. There’s a quiet courage there—he steps up when needed—and he has oddly specific hobbies (canoeing? model trains? pick one, I forget) that make him endearing. He’s simultaneously dependable and surprisingly flaky about weekend plans; reliable in a crisis, flaky about brunch, which is somehow very him.

Shinta Takagi

Shinta is the tall, gentle best-buddy type who melts into kindness and apologizes for taking up space even when he shouldn’t—so soft and awkward and earnest. He’s supportive, a literal shoulder to lean on, and also hilariously nervous around crushes and big moments, fumbling words and then redeeming himself with small, perfect gestures. He’s into numbers sometimes (like, logic!) but also super sentimental—keeps little mementos in a shoebox and cries over old photos, probably. Shinta’s the kind of quiet hero who doesn’t make speeches but does the small things that matter and will defend friends with surprising stubbornness when push comes to shove.

Miki Okudera

Miki is the cool, adult presence—stylish, competent, and the slightly mysterious coworker who gives kindness like it’s second nature. She’s career-driven (corporate vibes) and graceful, listens more than she talks, and has this warm, almost teasing patience with less-organized people. Also she’s human: has a messy apartment apparently and likes late-night canned coffee which feels wrong for someone so composed—tiny contradictions, love that. She’s quietly brave, makes tough choices, and somehow manages to be both mentor and love-interest-adjacent without ever being a caricature.