Tatara is a regular third-year middle school student with no clear aspirations or hobbies. Often pushed around and uncertain about his future, he is frequently the target of bullying. His life takes an unexpected turn when he is saved by Kaname Sengoku, a charismatic professional dancer and dance instructor, who brings him to a ballroom dance studio.

Fascinated by the grace and power of competitive dancing—and especially inspired by Shizuku Hanaoka, a student at the studio Tatara decides to try dancing himself. What begins as an impulsive interest becomes a life-changing pursuit as he trains, competes, and slowly discovers his identity through dance.

Tatara is a slender boy of average height with short brown hair and large expressive eyes. Early in the series, his posture is poor and his presence unremarkable, reflecting his lack of confidence. However, as he trains and matures as a dancer, Tatara’s physical presence becomes more refined, with improved posture, fluidity of movement, and a growing sense of poise.

When performing, Tatara wears traditional Latin or Standard ballroom outfits tailored to each competition, often styled to complement his partner’s attire.

Tatara is humble, hardworking, and introspective, with a strong desire to grow despite his initial insecurity. He often feels overwhelmed in the competitive world of dance but pushes himself beyond his limits out of respect for the art and for those who believe in him.

Though he starts off timid and submissive, especially around assertive personalities like Chinatsu Hiyama, Tatara gradually gains emotional resilience. He is empathetic and sensitive to others’ feelings, traits that become assets in the highly expressive world of ballroom dance. His sincerity, open heart, and ability to reflect emotion through movement become hallmarks of his style.

• Discovery of Dance
  Tatara’s journey begins when he is taken to a dance studio by Sengoku and introduced to the sport of competitive ballroom dance. Awestruck by the elegance and strength on display, particularly from Shizuku Hanaoka, Tatara is inspired to try dancing himself. Despite his lack of experience, his natural adaptability and body awareness soon emerge.

• Training and Competition
  Tatara throws himself into rigorous training under Sengoku’s guidance. He faces early challenges, including imposter syndrome, lack of self-confidence, and frequent comparison to seasoned dancers like Kiyoharu Hyodo. However, through persistence and passion, he improves rapidly and gains recognition in the amateur circuit.

• Partnership with Chinatsu
  Tatara’s most defining arc begins when he is paired with Chinatsu Hiyama, a talented but headstrong dancer. Their partnership is riddled with tension due to clashing personalities and conflicting ideas of leadership. However, through compromise and emotional growth, they develop deep mutual trust, ultimately becoming a powerful duo on the dance floor.