Kyohei Takano is renowned for his striking appearance. Standing at 183 cm (6 feet) tall and weighing 59 kg (125 lbs), he possesses a commanding presence. His blonde hair and brown eyes further enhance his exceptional attractiveness, making him a standout figure wherever he goes. However, his good looks often attract unwanted attention, which brings significant challenges to both his personal and professional life.

Kyohei Takano’s personality is often described as confrontational, as he tends to speak his mind without considering the consequences. Both in the anime and manga, it’s clear that Kyohei is an exceptionally skilled fighter, known for his dangerous abilities. Initially, he is distant and standoffish toward his housemates, but over time, he grows to accept them as friends, developing a sense of camaraderie.

Despite being admired for his striking appearance, Kyohei harbors a deep aversion to the attention his looks bring. Unlike his housemates, he finds the constant admiration uncomfortable and resents being treated like a mere object of beauty.

Although Kyohei is undeniably attractive, he struggles with a poor self-image. He frequently drops subtle hints that he dislikes his appearance, expressing a desire to appear more “normal.” This inner conflict parallelsSunako, who also grapples with her own self-perception. However, while Sunako isolates herself from society as a result, Kyohei chooses not to withdraw to the same extreme, opting instead to navigate his personal struggles with a bit more openness.

Kyohei Takano is the second child of Mr. and Mrs. Takano. His extraordinary looks have brought a series of unfortunate experiences throughout his life. Despite his beauty, he faces significant challenges, one of the most troubling being his inability to hold down a job. Kyohei is frequently subjected to harassment by his employers, regardless of their gender, which has led him to avoid stable employment. Additionally, the overwhelming attention from his fans has caused immense strain on his family, leading him to leave home.

Surprisingly, Kyohei’s parents are described as ordinary-looking, a revelation that shocks Sunako when she learns of it. In a flashback, it is revealed that Kyohei once had nowhere to go, eventually being found by Auntie in a cardboard box, with no place to call home. His own mother, overwhelmed by the constant pressure and harassment from his fans, encouraged him to leave, believing she could no longer lead a normal life with such an unusually attractive son. Although she later regretted this decision, she never found the courage to tell him how she felt when they finally reunited after months of separation.

Throughout the series, Kyohei Takano’s stunning good looks are portrayed not as a blessing, but as a source of significant hardship. Unlike his more fortunate counterparts, Kyohei has faced a troubled family life due to the overwhelming attention he attracts. As the story unfolds, it’s revealed that Kyohei left home to protect his mother from a nervous breakdown, caused by the constant and sometimes frightening attention he received. He has also frequently quit jobs after enduring sexual harassment from both male and female superiors. In the anime, Kyohei is often fired from positions due to his overzealous fans causing chaos around him.

In his early interactions with his male roommates, Kyohei is stalked by a crowd of hundreds of girls. He initially remains indifferent to the situation until Yuki is nearly injured while attempting to protect him. This encounter marks a shift in Kyohei’s attitude, gradually opening him up to allowing only a select few into his personal life. One of these people is Sunako, who is initially repelled by his appearance and takes his brash personality at face value. Sunako is shocked to discover that Kyohei’s home life was far from glamorous; she assumed not only that he enjoyed the constant attention but also that his family shared his beauty. Instead, she learns that his good looks were viewed as an abnormality in his family, and that his parents and older brother are all quite ordinary.

In Volume 10, Kyohei’s struggle with self-image leads him to leave the rental mansion temporarily. He believes that his presence is a burden to those around him, and that if even Sunako can’t accept him, then no one would.

These experiences allow Kyohei to empathize deeply with Sunako, forming a strong bond between them. His feelings for her grow, though he remains oblivious to the romantic nature of these emotions. He is protective of Sunako, always ready to stand by her when she needs him. However, his own unresolved feelings often lead him to exploit her vulnerabilities or provoke her anger. Kyohei enjoys fighting and often showcases his strength, but his true passions lie in money and food, especially Sunako’s cooking. He frequently forces her to act more like a “lady” in exchange for free rent, though this often devolves into playful antics rather than serious lessons.

Auntie, observing their interactions, has come to believe that Kyohei and Sunako are more than just housemates, even testing their dynamic by placing them in awkward and extreme situations. While she has yet to fully approve of Kyohei, she seems to have accepted him as part of Sunako’s life.

Sunako Nakahara
Sunako frequently refers to Kyohei as a “dazzling creature of light” or a “radiant being,” a reflection of both his striking appearance and the overwhelming attention he attracts. Despite their contrasting personalities, Sunako and Kyohei gradually develop a romantic connection over the course of the series.

Their relationship takes a significant turn in Episode 9 of the anime, when they accidentally kiss while playing a competitive game of ping-pong—a game that often leaves Kyohei injured due to their intense rivalry. Following the kiss, Sunako becomes noticeably uncomfortable around Kyohei, though he downplays the incident, assuring her that it was an accident and holds no deeper meaning. Despite the awkwardness, they quickly resume their usual dynamic.

In Episode 13, when Sunako undergoes a transformation into an instant lady due to the influence of the Goth-Loli sisters’ mushrooms, Kyohei initially enjoys the change. The prospect of free rent entices him, but he soon realizes that Sunako is better off as her true self. Whether this realization is based on his love for food (as Sunako’s cooking skills are compromised during her transformation) or his deeper understanding of her, it underscores that Kyohei values Sunako for who she truly is. Their relationship deepens as they begin to accept and appreciate each other’s strengths and quirks, even if they remain unaware of the full extent of their feelings.

Though neither Kyohei nor Sunako explicitly acknowledges their romantic feelings, their bond is evident to everyone around them. Their friends often remark that they clearly love each other but are simply too stubborn to admit it.

In Chapter 126 of the manga, Kyohei refers to Sunako as his “precious friend,” a statement that confuses those around them, who are well aware of the romantic undertones of their relationship. However, by calling her a “precious friend,” Kyohei acknowledges just how important she is to him, showing that he appreciates and cares for her exactly as she is.