Lin

Big-sisterly senior doing menial work at the bathhouse

A 14-year-old girl working as a menial laborer at the bathhouse, acting as a big-sisterly senior supporting Chihiro's work.

Quotes

  • Listen to me, got it?
  • You did well, huh
  • I won't forgive you if you do anything to Chihiro
  • I won't obey Yubaba
  • Someday I want to go to the town across the sea

Trivia

  • Originally the protagonist of a movie project called 'Lin the Chimney Sweep' which was scrapped, and the character was repurposed for this work
  • Name inspired by animals like white foxes, weasels, martens, etc.
  • Oldest among the menial girl workers at the bathhouse, guided Chihiro as the eldest menial worker
  • Lin's speech is rough to reflect her personality, but she is caring
  • Voice actress Yui Tamai also plays Lin in the stage version

Alternate names

Rin Lin

Tags

Spirited Away Studio Ghibli Anime Movie Spirit Big-sisterly Bathhouse Witch Fantasy Adventure

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
Human girl around 14 years old. She has a straightforward big-sisterly atmosphere despite her rough speech. Wears an apron around her waist as a menial worker.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Big-sisterly atmosphere
  • Rough speech
Iconic items
  • Work apron
  • Uniform (mizugoromo)
  • Short black bob haircut

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Big-sisterly
Detailed personality
Her speech is rough, but she is essentially straightforward and kindly teaches and supports Chihiro with her work. She has no discrimination against the human Chihiro and treats her as a fellow menial worker. Though dissatisfied with her own situation, she faces it positively and dreams of one day leaving the bathhouse for the town across the sea.
Keywords
  • Big-sisterly
  • Caring
  • Frank
  • Dreamy
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Honest
Talents
  • Leadership in teaching work
  • Adaptability
  • Calm judgment
Skills
  • General menial labor
  • Bath boiler cleaner
  • Cooking assistant at the bathhouse
Motivation
Dreams of one day leaving the bathhouse and going to the town across the sea. Overcoming life in this other world together with Chihiro.
Favorite foods
Grilled black salamander
Disliked situations
Unwanted fate, Harsh bathhouse environment

History

Backstory
Origin unknown. Employed as a menial worker at the bathhouse, working in a harsh environment. Initially surprised and puzzled by the human Chihiro, treating her a bit harshly at first, but gradually acknowledges her and interacts as a big sister. Lin herself resents her own situation and dreams of someday leaving this place for the town across the sea.
Debut date
July 20, 2001
Work title
Spirited Away
Media type
Movie

Guiding Chihiro's work

Significant event
Guiding Chihiro's work
Description
Taught the basics of work to the newbie Chihiro and also instructed her on how to clean the bath boiler.

Entertaining the River God Okusare-sama

Significant event
Entertaining the River God Okusare-sama
Description
Though late in procuring breakfast, Lin helped serve the intensely foul-smelling Okusare-sama.

Kaonashi's conclusion

Significant event
Kaonashi's conclusion
Description
Shouted to protect Chihiro from Kaonashi and watched over her presence.

Lack of loyalty to Yubaba

Significant event
Lack of loyalty to Yubaba
Description
Rather than respect, she is rebellious toward Yubaba, addressing her casually and keeping emotional distance.

Relationships

Chihiro

Teammate

Taught and supported Chihiro as her senior. Initially hesitant, but later acknowledged Chihiro's growth.

Yubaba

Leader subordinate

Employer, but lacks deep respect and keeps distance at heart.

Kamaji

Ally

Gentle toward Chihiro, and Lin respects his work.

Aburaya

Aburaya: support

Media appearances

Spirited Away

Movie / Supporting

Released in 2001

Spirited Away (Stage Version)

Anime / Supporting

Premiere in 2022, reruns and overseas performances since 2023

Voice cast and creators

Yui Tamai

Voice actor
Yui Tamai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical version

Susan Egan

Voice actor
Susan Egan
Language
English
Version or series
English dub

Hayao Miyazaki

Creator name
Hayao Miyazaki
Role
Original author

Hayao Miyazaki

Creator name
Hayao Miyazaki
Role
Character Designer

Hayao Miyazaki

Creator name
Hayao Miyazaki
Role
Writer

Studio Ghibli

Creator name
Studio Ghibli
Role
Animation Studio

Toshio Suzuki

Creator name
Toshio Suzuki
Role
Producer

Joe Hisaishi

Creator name
Joe Hisaishi
Role
Music Composer

Related goods

Lin Figure

Item name
Lin Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Aburaya Uniform Cosplay Costume

Item name
Aburaya Uniform Cosplay Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

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