Hayashi\'s frank, guileless demeanor quietly draws the attention of classmates and strangers as he counts all the stairs in school, photographs street signs, and dries sweet potatoes on the classroom balcony.
While much of the school regards Nikaidou as a bad omen, one student catches a glimpse behind the mask and--undeterred by rumors of bad luck and supernatural powers--begins to pick away Nikaidou\'s carefully crafted persona....
Conversely, Nikaidou has worked very hard to perfect a gloomy, dour façade that keeps his classmates far, far away.
In a world shaped by conformity, Hayashi is refreshingly and unapologetically true to himself.
Hayashi\'s frank, guileless demeanor quietly draws the attention of classmates and strangers as he counts all the stairs in school, photographs street signs, and dries sweet potatoes on the classroom balcony