Yukichan-sensei

Mitsuha's Classical Literature Teacher

Classical literature teacher at Mitsuha's high school, she is none other than Yukari Yukino from Makoto Shinkai's previous work 'The Garden of Words'.

Quotes

  • 'This waka from the Man'yōshū conveys feelings that transcend time.'
  • 'Classics are testimonies of history that move and connect people's hearts.'

Trivia

  • Yukichan-sensei is the same person as Yukari Yukino from 'The Garden of Words'.
  • Appears as the classical literature teacher at Itomori High School in 'Your Name.'
  • Always introduces Man'yōshū Volume 10 Poem 2240 to students during class.
  • The name 'Yukichan-sensei' is a fan nickname but also used in official pamphlets.
  • Voiced by Kana Hanazawa.
  • Officially teaching in Itomori Town like Mitsuha, but geographically different from 'The Garden of Words'.

Alternate names

Yukari Yukino Yukichan Yukino

Tags

Your Name. Makoto Shinkai Classical Literature Teacher Body Swap The Garden of Words Mitsuha's High School School Teacher Kana Hanazawa Manga/Anime Character

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
Calm feminine appearance, giving an intellectual and gentle impression. She is the same person as Yukari Yukino who appeared in the previous work 'The Garden of Words'.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Japanese clothing appearance (impression from previous work)
  • Calm atmosphere
Iconic items
  • Man'yōshū Volume 10 Poem 2240 (classical waka quoted in class)
  • Textbook
  • Japanese-style accessories
  • Floral-patterned clothes

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm
Detailed personality
Loves scholarship and has a calm, kind personality. Politely teaches classical literature to students. In the previous work 'The Garden of Words,' she also shows a delicate side harboring inner conflicts.
Keywords
  • Intellectual
  • Composed
  • Kind
  • Classical Literature Enthusiast
  • Delicate
  • Caring
Motto
Classics are a treasure trove of words that weave bonds connecting to the modern era
Talents
  • Extensive knowledge of classical literature
  • Delicate sensitivity
  • Ability to counsel students
Skills
  • Recitation of classical waka in class
  • Emotionally rich communication
  • Encouraging teaching style for students
Motivation
To help students grow emotionally rich through Japanese classics
Habits
Often quotes passages from the Man'yōshū during class and explains the meaning of waka

History

Backstory
Lived in Tokyo as Yukari Yukino from the previous work 'The Garden of Words,' but for some reason teaches classical literature at the high school in Itomori Town, Hida region in this work 'Your Name.' Canonically the same person, her existence is left to fans' interpretation.
Debut date
August 26, 2016
Work title
Your Name.
Media type
Movie

'Your Name.' Theatrical Release

Significant event
'Your Name.' Theatrical Release
Description
Appeared in the theatrical animated film released on August 26, 2016, which achieved a huge hit.

Same Character Setting from 'The Garden of Words'

Significant event
Same Character Setting from 'The Garden of Words'
Description
It is officially indicated that Yukichan-sensei appearing in 'Your Name.' is none other than Yukari Yukino, the heroine from Makoto Shinkai's previous work 'The Garden of Words'.

Quotation from Man'yōshū

Significant event
Quotation from Man'yōshū
Description
Quotes Volume 10 Poem 2240 in class, which becomes an important keyword in this work.

Relationships

Mitsuha

Student teacher

Daily interactions with Mitsuha as her classical literature teacher at Itomori Town High School.

Itomori High School Staff

Itomori High School Staff: teacher

Media appearances

Your Name.

Movie / Supporting

2016 theatrical release

Your Name.

Anime / Supporting

TV broadcast version

Voice cast and creators

Kana Hanazawa

Voice actor
Kana Hanazawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical version and TV broadcast version
Notes
Voices the same character.

Makoto Shinkai

Creator name
Makoto Shinkai
Role
Original author

Masayoshi Tanaka

Creator name
Masayoshi Tanaka
Role
Character designer

Masashi Andō

Creator name
Masashi Andō
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Yukichan-sensei Figure (Unofficial Fan Product)

Item name
Yukichan-sensei Figure (Unofficial Fan Product)
Category
Figure
Availability
unknown