Karikami
Karikami is a gentle male yokai with the ability to restore old, damaged paper. He is known for his calm demeanor and his encounter with Reiko Natsume, where he offered to restore a paper bearing his name. He carefully handles restored paper, aware of its fragility.
Quick Facts
What is Karikami's primary ability?
He can restore old, damaged paper to its original state.
What is Karikami's appearance?
He has a white, cloud-like body and wears a white mask with red lips.
What is Karikami's gender?
Male.
What is the meaning of Karikami's name?
It means "temporary hair," despite "kami" meaning "god."
What is Karikami's personality like?
He is gentle, understanding, and calm, even in defeat.
What is a notable interaction Karikami had?
He battled Reiko Natsume in the past and offered to restore a paper with his name on it if it ever aged.
How does Karikami restore paper?
He uses a bright yellow energy to engulf the paper, transforming it before revealing the restored version.
In what chapter and episode does Karikami appear?
Chapter 47 and Season 4, Episode 4 of *Natsume's Book of Friends*.
Description
Personality
Karikami is portrayed as a gentle and understanding yokai. His calm demeanor is evident even after losing a battle to Reiko Natsume, showcasing his patience and lack of anger. He is thoughtful and considerate, as shown by his careful handling of restored paper and his offer to restore a paper with his name written on it, demonstrating a sense of responsibility and care. His interactions with Natsume reveal a slight bewilderment at Natsume's unconventional approach, yet he remains accommodating and completes the restoration. His quiet observation of the emotions tied to the restored paper, noting the writer's passing, hints at an empathetic nature.
Abilities
* **Paper Restoration:** Karikami possesses the unique ability to restore damaged and aged paper to its original, pristine condition. He accomplishes this by enveloping the paper in a bright yellow energy, reforming it before presenting the restored piece.