Hinako Inui  

Mist Empress, 乾 日向子

Hinako Inui is an esteemed graduate of Tootsuki Academy and former second seat on the Elite Ten Council. She currently owns and manages Kirinoya, a renowned Japanese restaurant. As one of the select few students who successfully completed their studies at the academy, Inui is highly respected among her alumni peers. Inui takes great pride in the quality of her food, particularly its freshness. Her reputation as "Mist Empress" during her time at the academy has earned her the ability to determine the taste and quality of a dish simply by tasting it on her lips before eating. Despite her serious and professional demeanor, Inui is known for being childish and playful, often making jokes to lighten the mood among her peers. Inui's culinary style leans towards traditional Japanese cuisine, specifically washoku.