Toshiki Miyamizu

Mayor of Itomori and folklorist

Mitsuha's father, mayor of Itomori, folklorist who resigned as shrine priest to become mayor.

Quotes

  • There's no way that's possible.
  • As mayor, I will do my best for the town.
  • As a father, I want to do everything possible.

Trivia

  • Rare character who quit priesthood to become mayor.
  • Voiced by Masaki Terasoma.
  • Wife's death caused family rift.
  • Scene of offering kuchikami sake.
  • Modeled after Hida region shrine priest and mayor combo.
  • End credits list him in katakana as 'TOSHIKI'.

Alternate names

Miyamizu Toshiki Toshiki Miyamizu

Tags

Your Name. Makoto Shinkai Hida region Itomori Shrine Mayor Folklorist Anime film Family relationships Japanese attire

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birth year
Late 1960s

Appearance

Overall appearance
A man with calm hair mixed with white hair. Changed from shrine priest in Japanese attire to mayor in a suit.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Silver
Distinguishing features
  • Gray-streaked hair
  • Stern expression
Iconic items
  • Shrine priest robes
  • Mayor's official car
  • Document files
  • Kuchikami sake

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strong sense of responsibility
Detailed personality
Strict with a strong sense of responsibility, transitioned from shrine priest to mayor. Deep feelings for family, but complex relationship with grandmother and Mitsuha.
Keywords
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Strict
  • Research enthusiast
  • Family-oriented
  • Stubborn
Talents
  • Folklore knowledge
  • Political acumen
  • Persuasiveness
Skills
  • Public speaking
  • Organization management
  • Negotiation skills
  • Shrine ritual performance
Motivation
Reviving Itomori, protecting residents' safety, and revitalizing the town.
Favorite foods
Local cuisine, Sake
Favorite places
Miyamizu Shrine, Itomori Town Hall
Disliked situations
Family conflicts, Town stagnation

History

Backstory
Formerly shrine priest at Miyamizu Shrine, but after losing wife and clashing with grandmother, quit to become Itomori mayor. As folklorist, well-versed in local traditions and culture.
Debut date
August 26, 2016
Work title
Your Name.
Media type
Movie

Transition from priest to mayor

Significant event
Transition from priest to mayor
Description
After losing wife, family conflicts deepened, quit priesthood to become mayor.

Tiamat comet disaster

Significant event
Tiamat comet disaster
Description
Attempted to respond to comet fragment disaster hitting town but refused evacuation, leading to casualties.

Bewilderment over body swap

Significant event
Bewilderment over body swap
Description
Initially dismissed Taki's (swapped with Mitsuha) pleas as delirium and did not heed persuasion.

Struggles as mayor

Significant event
Struggles as mayor
Description
Faced tough decisions to protect town but upheld value of family bonds.

Relationships

Mitsuha Miyamizu

Child

Daughter. Complex relationship with Mitsuha but deep affection.

Yotsuha Miyamizu

Child

Younger daughter. Caring.

Itomori Town Hall

Itomori Town Hall: leader

Media appearances

Your Name.

Movie / Supporting

2016 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Masaki Terasoma

Voice actor
Masaki Terasoma
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical version

Makoto Shinkai

Creator name
Makoto Shinkai
Role
Original author

CoMix Wave Films

Creator name
CoMix Wave Films
Role
Animation studio

Toho

Creator name
Toho
Role
Publisher

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