The main protagonist of the story. He moved from his home in rural  Hiroshima to his aunt’s dormitory in Tokyo to change himself. While  checking out his new high school, he sees a beautiful high jumper  practicing and falls in love at first sight. By chance she happens to be  his next door neighbor, Suzuka Asahina. Yamato is clumsy and has a  carefree attitude, which often gets him into comprising situations. When  the need arises, he can become focused and determined. He is  exceedingly clueless when it comes to girls and their feelings. Although  not the best in academics, he discovered a natural gift as a sprinter,  and joined the track and field team.