Character profile
Shinichi Chiaki
千秋真一Biography
Shinichi Chiaki begins as a 21-year-old third-year piano student at Momogaoka Music Academy. An accomplished pianist and violinist, he is also an exacting perfectionist who judges himself and others harshly. He dreams of studying abroad and becoming a conductor like his mentor Sebastiano Viella, though his fear of flying and the sea stands in his way.
Story spoilers
As Chiaki recognizes Nodame's talent, he gradually learns to appreciate music beyond his rigid standards. He eventually develops romantic feelings for her and pursues conducting work in Paris while realizing how important her support has become to him.
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