# Kusamakura — Character guide

> Key figures in Kusamakura by Natsume Sōseki.

- [The Narrator](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/narrator.md): An artist and philosopher traveling through a hot-spring village, reflecting on art and life.
- [Nami](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/nami.md): A beautiful and enigmatic woman staying at the inn, who captivates the narrator.
- [The Woman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/the_woman.md): A mysterious woman encountered by the narrator, often associated with Nami.
- [The Man](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/the_man.md): A male figure who interacts with the narrator and other characters at the inn.
- [Sensei](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/sensei.md): A teacher or master figure who offers philosophical insights to the narrator.
- [Danna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/danna.md): A wealthy patron or master of the inn, involved in local affairs.
- [Kyuichi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/kyuichi.md): A young man connected to the inn and its guests, possibly a servant or relative.
- [The Priest](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/the_priest.md): A Buddhist priest who engages in discussions about art and spirituality.
- [Gembey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/gembey.md): A local man, possibly an innkeeper or villager, who assists the narrator.
- [Osho-san](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/osho_san.md): A Buddhist priest or teacher, likely a senior figure at a temple.
- [Squire Shiota](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/shiota.md): A local squire or landowner who appears in the narrative.
- [The Jo-sama of Nakoi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/jo_sama_of_nakoi.md): A noblewoman from Nakoi, referenced in stories or encounters.
- [Daitetsu](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/daitetsu.md): A monk or abbot of Kaikanji temple, involved in local religious life.
- [Taian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/taian.md): A poor or unfortunate individual mentioned in the narrative.
- [Gen-san](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/gen_san.md): A local person, possibly a servant or villager, with limited appearances.
- [Nagarano Otome](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/nagarano_otome.md): A historical or legendary maiden referenced in the story.
- [Priest Haku-un](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/priest_haku_un.md): A Buddhist priest mentioned in passing or in a brief scene.
- [Father](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/kusamakura_se/characters/father.md): A paternal figure, possibly the narrator's or another character's father.

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