CharactersNote: In Japan, as through most of East Asia, tradition places the family name before the given name. For example, in Kano Murasaki, Risuko’s proper name, Kano is her family’s name and Murasaki her given name—what English speakers would call her first name.
Residents of the Full Moon:
Risuko—Proper name: Kano Murasaki. Called “Squirrel” and “Bright-eyes.” Novice.
Lady Mochizuki Chiyome—Mistress of the Full Moon.
Mieko—Lady Chiyome’s maid. Kunoichi-teacher, miko-dance master.
Kuniko—Lady Chiyome’s maid.
Tarugu Toumi—Called “Falcon.” Novice.
Hanichi Emi—Called “Smiley.” Novice.
Aimaru—Servant.
Little Brothers—Servants.
Lieutenant Musugu—Takeda warrior.
Sachi—Called “Flower.” Kunoichi-teacher, miko-music teacher.
Fuyudori—Called “Ghostie.” Head initiate.
Mai—One of the
