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Tohru and Kyo's Daughter-in-law

Character

This unnamed woman wed the younger son born to Tohru and Kyo, and she is the mother of their only granddaughter. Well-mannered and devoted to her family, she surfaces only in the story's closing glimpse of the next generation.

English Va: Alexis Tipton
Japanese Va: Rie Kawamura
Allegiances: Sohma Family
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Appearance

Her round, light eyes rest in a fair, pale face beneath fine bangs, while her straight brown hair falls to her shoulders with a couple of loose locks pushed back behind the ears. For her lone appearance she wears a plain blouse and a long skirt with an apron tied over it.

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Personality

She carries herself with good manners and a firm streak, calmly but sternly correcting her daughter for addressing her grandparents too casually. At the same time she is plainly a loving wife and mother, fond enough of her in-laws to want Tohru and Kyo to enjoy their quiet time together.

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History

She debuts in the story's final chapter, baking a cake at home when her young daughter wanders in asking where Tohru and Kyo have gone. After she scolds the girl for using the couple's given names, her husband notes that the two are strolling in the garden, and she gently tells her daughter to leave them to their private time. Together the family then speaks fondly of the older couple's enduring love.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law?

Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law is the unnamed woman who married their younger son. She is the mother of their only granddaughter and appears only in the story's closing glimpse of the next generation.

What does Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law look like?

She has round, light eyes in a fair, pale face beneath fine bangs, with straight brown hair falling to her shoulders. In her one appearance she wears a plain blouse and a long skirt with an apron tied over it.

What is Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law like as a person?

Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law carries herself with good manners and a firm streak, calmly but sternly correcting her daughter for addressing her grandparents too casually. She is also plainly a loving wife and mother who wants Tohru and Kyo to enjoy their quiet time together.

When does Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law first appear in Fruits Basket?

She debuts in the manga's final chapter, baking a cake at home when her young daughter wanders in asking where Tohru and Kyo have gone. After scolding the girl for using the couple's given names, she gently tells her to leave the pair to their private time.

Who are Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law's in-laws?

Tohru and Kyo's daughter-in-law is married into the Sohma family as the wife of their younger son, making Kyo Sohma her father-in-law and Tohru Honda her mother-in-law. Her own name is never revealed in the story.

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