Hinata Miyake is a lively and upbeat individual who exudes energy and friendliness. Among the group, she is one of the most expressive and emotionally open, often seen with a bright smile and an optimistic attitude even in difficult situations such as losing her passport or being chased. She frequently keeps a positive front, even when hiding discomfort, such as during an unexpected encounter with her former high school track teammates.

During her time in high school, Hinata was treated unfairly by members of the track team. Though they outwardly encouraged her, they spoke negatively about her behind her back, an incident she overheard. This experience left her with lingering trust issues and a wariness toward people who act overly considerate, as it often makes her question their sincerity. This disillusionment contributed to her decision to leave high school early and pursue a more independent path.

In Episode 6, Hinata expresses this clearly, stating: “Shirase, I know you were trying to be considerate. I just really hate that kind of thing. I know that’s how relationships work, but when people try to be considerate of me it’s disconcerting, I guess; like I can’t tell how they really feel anymore. That’s why I couldn’t handle high school, and wanted to be alone as much as possible. At the end of the day, when I’m with someone else, things usually end up like this.”

Despite her emotional scars, Hinata often plays the role of the group’s moral compass. While she embraces a humorous and carefree personality, she is remarkably mature, street-smart, and insightful. She has a talent for delivering heartfelt words of encouragement and wisdom, often lifting her friends’ spirits and helping them navigate emotional challenges. Her optimism, though occasionally unrealistic as seen when she shrugs off losing her passport by cheerfully declaring that things will work out “somehow” is a key part of her charm.

Hinata also enjoys quirky hobbies, such as collecting Ganesha statues, owning a Ganesha plushie, and even using Ganesha as her phone wallpaper. She often adopts exaggerated expressions for comedic effect, especially when interacting with friends.

In group activities, Hinata frequently takes on the role of camera operator during their reporting assignments. This habit may have originated from her attempt to impress Tamiko Shiraishi before Tamiko’s daughter, Yuzuki Shiraishi, officially joined their group.

Hinata is a teenage girl with long light brown hair, usually tied up in a prominent donut-shaped bun, with two shoulder-length bangs that frame her face. She has light purple eyes and is notably short in stature, making her the shortest among the group.

Her first appearance features her in a blue and white uniform from her part-time retail job. In casual settings, she often wears a green jacket with white sleeves, layered over a yellow shirt featuring playful prints such as onigiri, sandwiches, octopus, wieners, and fried shrimp. This outfit is paired with a red miniskirt and yellow, green, and black sneakers. Over the course of the series, she also wears a green variant skirt and, later, an orange jacket during the group’s journey to Antarctica. Hinata typically leaves her jackets unzipped.

She is among the most expressive members of the group, often seen with a bright smile, even during stressful or serious moments like losing her passport. She frequently makes exaggerated, comedic faces when interacting with her friends, adding humor and warmth to the group dynamic.

The given name Hinata (日向) can be translated as “sunny place” or “in the sun,” reflecting warmth and brightness.

Her surname Miyake (三宅) is composed of the kanji 三 (mi), meaning “three,” and 宅 (yake or taku), meaning “home” or “residence.”