Naoko NARUSE

Naoko Naruse is a high school student who loves to make pottery. She is a member of the pottery club and is very skilled at her craft. She is also a bit of a loner, and doesn't have many friends. However, she is very passionate about pottery and is always looking for new ways to improve her skills. One day, Naoko is walking home from school when she sees a pottery shop. She decides to go in and browse the wares. While she is there, she meets a potter named Takumi. Takumi is a very talented potter, and he is immediately impressed by Naoko's skills. He invites her to come and work with him in his studio. Naoko is hesitant at first, but she eventually agrees to give it a try. She works with Takumi for several months, and during that time, she learns a great deal about pottery. She also develops a close friendship with Takumi. One day, Takumi tells Naoko that he is going to be leaving the country to study pottery in Japan. Naoko is sad to see him go, but she knows that he is doing what he loves. She promises to keep in touch with him, and she vows to continue to improve her pottery skills.