She is Akagi Gaju's younger sister as well as his dance partner. They have been dancing together since she was four years old, with her being the one who initiated the pair's entry into the dance world. She thinks herself as somewhat unworthy of her brother's partnership, at first, but after competing with Fujita at the Tenpei-cup (and placing seventh) she becomes more confident and comfortable with herself. Mako's relationship with her brother also improves after the events of the competition.
Welcome to the Ballroom
A professional dancer named Sengoku rescues Tatara, an introverted third-year middle school student who is being harassed by delinquents. Tatara ends up at Sengoku's dance studio where he meets Shizuku Hanaoka, a schoolmate he comes to secretly idolize. From this defining moment when Tatara enters the world of dance. Sengoku is a free-spirited, dynamic international dancer who recognizes Tatara's potential and begins to coach him. Through dance, Tatara meets another schoolmate, a dance prodigy named Kiyoharu. Through these new friendships, Tatara develops a passionate desire to improve as a dancer and be accepted by his peers and rivals, which nurtures his own native talent. And through interaction with Tatara, other dance members are encouraged to take steps to overcome their own challenges and issues.
