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Chiikawa, short for a Japanese phrase meaning "something small and cute", follows tiny round creatures who live in a world that looks gentle but is full of danger. To pay for food and treats they take odd jobs posted by the armoured Yoroi-san, such as weeding and hunting, while monsters called chimeras roam outside town. The heart of the cast is a trio: timid Chiikawa, upbeat Hachiware and wild Usagi. Around them are neighbours like the mischievous Momonga, the experienced Kuri-Manju and Rakko, and hard-working Shisa. The cast is small, so this page covers 12 characters, including the Yoroi-san and the chimeras, described as they first appear.
Chiikawa is the main character, a small white hamster-like creature who is shy, easily frightened and quick to cry. Chiikawa barely speaks in words, mostly making small sounds, and relies on Hachiware to help explain things. Still, Chiikawa works hard at jobs like weeding, passed the weeding exam on the third try, and finds courage when friends are in trouble. Japanese voice: Haruka Aoki.
Hachiware is a cat-like creature named after the blue split marking on top of the head. Chiikawa's best friend, Hachiware is sociable, curious and cheerful, and of the trio is the one who talks in full sentences. Hachiware enjoys photography, is a good cook, plays the guitar and holds a weeding certificate, often encouraging Chiikawa when things go wrong. Japanese voice: Makoto Tanaka.
Usagi is a yellow rabbit-like creature and the third member of the trio. Loud, energetic and unpredictable, Usagi communicates mostly with shouts rather than words and is famous for loving food. Behind the chaos is someone decisive and very capable in a fight, who often saves the day at the key moment. Japanese voice: Ari Ozawa.
Rakko is a sea otter who sits at the top of the ranking for monster hunting, the strongest fighter in town. A cross-shaped scar over the right eye marks Rakko out, and the trio look up to Rakko as a hero. Serious in appearance, Rakko is kind to younger creatures and has a soft spot for sweets. Japanese voice: Yuma Uchida.
Ramen no Yoroi-san wears yellow armour and runs the ramen shop Rou, where Shisa works. Shisa calls the ramen master Shishō, meaning teacher, and learns the trade under this patient and skilled cook. Rou becomes a place the trio visit for a meal and where Shisa's training plays out. Japanese voice: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka.
Momonga is a white flying squirrel who wants to be the centre of attention. Clever but self-centred, Momonga plays pranks, demands to be called cute and throws tantrums when ignored, which often causes trouble for Chiikawa and friends. The diva behaviour is a big part of why fans find Momonga funny. Japanese voice: Yuka Iguchi.
Kuri-Manju is a calm, older-looking creature whose head is shaped like a chestnut bun. Easygoing and generous, Kuri-Manju appreciates good food and enjoys relaxing with a drink and snacks after a day's work, and sometimes shares tips on how to enjoy simple pleasures. Kuri-Manju even holds a drinking licence and looks out for Chiikawa. Japanese voice: Takayuki Asai.
Shisa is modelled on the shisa lion-dog guardians of Okinawa and speaks with an Okinawan accent. Shisa works part-time at the ramen shop Rou as the apprentice of Ramen no Yoroi-san, studies hard and takes several jobs, always polite and eager to improve. Shisa's diligence makes Shisa one of the most dependable characters. Japanese voice: Miyuri Shimabukuro.
Furuhonya is a small pink creature resembling a naked mole-rat who runs a used-book stall, and is nicknamed Kani-chan by fans. At first Furuhonya appeared only in the background without a visible face, before becoming a character in their own right. Shy and gentle, Furuhonya often looks after Momonga. Japanese voice: Momono Harumi.
Rōdō no Yoroi-san, whose name means "the labour armour person", runs the job booth where Chiikawa and friends sign up for daily tasks like weeding, hunting and other chores. The Yoroi-san are humanoid figures in full armour who act like the adults of this world, and this one is the face of everyday work and pay. Japanese voice: Hiroki Tōchi.
Pochette no Yoroi-san is a kind-hearted Yoroi-san who loves cute things and makes bear-shaped pochettes and pajamas by hand for the small creatures. Gentle and generous, Pochette no Yoroi-san often helps the trio, and the pochettes become little treasures for those who own them. Japanese voice: Tomokazu Sugita.
The chimeras are monsters that roam the world of Chiikawa and attack the small creatures. Hunting them is one of the jobs posted by the Yoroi-san, and it is dangerous work that tests the courage of Chiikawa, Hachiware and Usagi. Some chimeras look strange or even cute, which adds an uneasy note to the series' sweet look.
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