Hayashida, Takashi

林田高志

A teacher at the high school Rei chose to attend. He is an avid shogi enthusiast who regularly reads shogi magazines. He is the only person at the school aware that Rei is a professional shogi player, although upon first learning of Rei's enrollment, he assumed they merely shared the same surname. He speaks to Rei in a very friendly manner and is often concerned when Rei becomes lonely.