Kakeru Naruse

Kakeru's story is a mix of heavy feelings and heartwarming moments, as he grapples with the weight of a letter from the future and his friends' hopes to change fate. At first, he comes across as pretty shy, but when Hiroto and the gang invite him to chill after school, he starts to loosen up and enjoy life. He’s a gamer at heart, hiding his darker emotions behind a cheerful mask. Deep down, he struggles with the pain of losing his mom and carries a heavy burden of guilt. Despite being a top-notch runner, he often feels like a burden himself, making him his own worst critic.