Makina

Makina:
This is Makina. She is a shy girl, usually wanting to read and write poems. She comes from America to Japan for a project on "experiencing the Japanese culture firsthand," so says her teacher, Mr. Sporty. She meets a girl named Yakuna, and overtime, they slowly become friends.

Trivia:

 * In the Makina & Natsuko Arc, Makina learns about Natsuko's feelings for her. She is uncertain at first, but after hearing a speech made by Natsuko about his feelings for her, Makina decides she loves Natsuko and goes on to become his girlfriend.


 * Makina is 13 and a half years old.
 * Makina's last name is Sparks.


 * Makina's last name is a pun on Jordin Sparks's name.


 * Makina is shy, but not as shy as Mikabi.