Okami-san and Her Seven Companions

Okami-san & Her Seven Companions
Industry	Light novels, manga, anime
Founded	August 2006; 20 years ago
Founder	Masashi Okita
Headquarters	Japan
Area served	Worldwide
Key people	Masashi Okita (author), Unaji (illustrator), Kurumi Suzushiro (manga illustrator)
Products	Light novel series, manga adaptation, anime series
Owner	ASCII Media Works (Dengeki Bunko imprint)
Parent	Kadokawa Corporation
Website	www.dengekibunko.jp/okami/

Adapted from the English Wikipedia article Okami-san and Her Seven Companions, available under CC BY-SA 4.0Updated 11 August 2025

The series is a Japanese light novel collection authored by Masashi Okita with illustrations by Unaji. Released under the Dengeki Bunko imprint of ASCII Media Works, it began publication in August 2006 with Okami-san & her Seven Companions and concluded its run with the thirteenth volume in April 2017.

A manga version, illustrated by Kurumi Suzushiro, was serialized from April 2010 through October 2012 in ASCII Media Works' shōnen publication Dengeki Daioh. This adaptation was later compiled into four tankōbon volumes.

The franchise further developed into a 12-episode anime series produced by J.C.Staff, which aired on AT-X between July and September 2010. For English-speaking audiences, Funimation Entertainment acquired distribution rights, broadcasting it on American television and releasing it on DVD. Additionally, the English-language dub was licensed by Madman Entertainment for Australia and Manga Entertainment for the United Kingdom.

Plot

Set in the fictional locale of Otogibana City, Okami-san & her Seven Companions centers around Ryoko Okami and her peers who operate the Otogi High School Bank—a club that handles student problems in exchange for favors. Early on, Ryoko and her partner Ringo receive unexpected aid from a mysterious individual during a mission. This stranger is later unveiled as their classmate Ryōshi Morino, a secret admirer determined to become strong enough to support Ryoko. As Ryoko’s feelings for Ryōshi deepen romantically, the narrative playfully parodies classic fairy tales such as "Little Red Riding Hood", "Cinderella", and "Hansel and Gretel".

Otogi Bank

The principal characters are members of Otogi Bank, a high school club dedicated to resolving student concerns in return for reciprocal favors. The core group consists of Ryoko and her seven companions; Ryōshi joins shortly after but is not originally counted among the seven.

: A tomboyish high school girl who combats delinquents using Neko Neko Knuckles—specialized weapons crafted by fellow member Majolica le Fay. Beneath her tough exterior lies a compassionate personality. Initially, she dismisses Ryōshi due to his perceived frailty but eventually accepts him as an ally. Ryoko embodies the tsundere trope and draws inspiration from the wolf character found in various fairy tales. Her background includes being wrongfully blamed for an incident involving her boyfriend Shirō, which resulted in her transfer to Otogi High.

: A timid young man suffering from ophthalmophobia who harbors admiration for Ryoko. After an unsuccessful confession attempt, he joins Otogi Bank. Employing stealth tactics and precise attacks with a wrist-mounted slingshot, he demonstrates courage especially when defending Ryoko. His character parallels the hunter figure from "Little Red Riding Hood".

: Ryoko’s petite red-haired childhood friend who brings Ryōshi into Otogi Bank. She attempts to influence Ryoko’s romantic affairs while concealing her own feelings behind a cheerful demeanor. Modeled after Little Red Riding Hood with attributes reminiscent of Snow White’s poisoned apple, she is the half-sister of Shirayuki Himeno ("Snow White") and overcomes previous guilt through Ryoko’s support.

: The president of Otogi Bank, known for being intelligent, relaxed, yet resourceful. Occasionally adopts cross-dressing as a strategy to gather information. Her character is based on the grasshopper from "The Ant and the Grasshopper".

: Liszt’s cousin who serves as secretary, managing administrative duties for the club. Her character draws inspiration from the ant in "The Ant and the Grasshopper".

: The club’s maid who is driven by an intense desire to repay kindnesses after a childhood event where she was rescued but unable to express gratitude. She is modeled after the crane from Tsuru no Ongaeshi.

: A first-year transfer student older than his peers who behaves like a playboy, flirting despite having a girlfriend named Otohime. His character is inspired by the protagonist of Urashima Tarō, occasionally switching into a "gentleman mode".

: A girl devoted obsessively to Tarō who transformed from a bullied child into an attractive young woman thanks to his support. Their relationship mirrors that of Princess Otohime from Urashima Tarō. Her interactions with Mimi Usami reflect themes similar to The Tortoise and the Hare.

: A self-styled mad scientist responsible for creating devices such as Ryoko’s knuckles. Based on the sorceress Morgan le Fay, she sometimes assumes a role akin to a fairy godmother within the group.

Supporting characters

: Referred to as Momo-chan-senpai, she serves on the disciplinary committee at Otogi High School. Identifying as bisexual, she occasionally flirts with Ryoko and leverages her 'dumplings' to gain assistance from unsuspecting boys. Her character is inspired by the protagonist of the Japanese legend Momotarō, and she is frequently accompanied by three students who represent the Monkey, Dog, and Pheasant from that tale.

: Ryōshi’s aunt, a romance writer using the pseudonym "Yuki," oversees the "Okashisou" apartment complex where Ryōshi resides. Her character draws from the Japanese folklore figure Yuki-onna.

: Modeled after the hare in Aesop’s fable "The Tortoise and the Hare," she is a childhood friend of Tarō and Otohime who maintains a deep-seated animosity toward Otohime.

: A second-year student who approaches Otogi Bank for assistance in episode 7 and makes occasional appearances thereafter. Her character is based on the Jizō from the Japanese story Kasajizō.

: The principal of Otogi High School, who exchanges club equipment for services provided by the bank. His persona is inspired by the Genie of the Lamp from Aladdin.

: The primary antagonist and student council president at Onigashima High School, a delinquent rival institution to Otogi High. He has previously attempted to assault Ryoko and spread harmful rumors about her. His character takes influence from The Boy Who Cried Wolf as well as the concept of a wolf in sheep's clothing. The kanji 狼 (Rō) translates to wolf.

: Ringo’s half-sister, inspired by Snow White. She frequently looks after seven younger siblings modeled after the Seven Dwarves.

: A third-year student known for his handsome appearance at Otogi High who possesses extensive knowledge about Ryōshi and the Otogi Bank. He acts as a mentor to Ryōshi and participates in efforts to rescue Okami at Onigashima High. His catlike traits and name are derived from Puss in Boots. Making his first appearance in episode 6, he was once rescued by Ryoko from delinquents.

: A classmate alongside Ryoko, Ringo, and Ryōshi whose character is inspired by The Little Match Girl. Burdened by family debt, she worked diligently to repay it with hopes of marrying into wealth. After Ryōshi protects her from debt collectors, she develops romantic feelings for him but ultimately accepts his relationship with Ryoko. She later becomes a resident at Ryoshi’s boarding house.

: The anime’s narrator presents the story with sarcastic commentary regarding characters, frequently breaking the fourth wall while main characters respond to her remarks.

Manga

A manga adaptation illustrated by Kurumi Suzushiro, titled , was serialized in ASCII Media Works' Dengeki Daioh magazine from April 2010 until October 2012. The initial tankōbon volume was published on September 27, 2010, followed by the fourth volume on November 27, 2012.

Anime

Produced by J.C.Staff, the anime series titled aired between July and September 2010. The opening theme song was "Ready Go!" performed by May'n, while OToGi8 provided the ending theme . At Otakon 2010, North American distributor Funimation Entertainment secured licensing rights, streaming the series online and releasing it on home video on April 3, 2012. The show premiered on Funimation Channel in North America on September 10, 2012.

Episode list

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