Tane O Tsukeru Otoko - Anime Characters Database -

Visually, Tane o Tsukeru Otoko leans heavily into the aesthetic of the manga artist Nishi Keiko (from whose work the title is derived). The animation style favors soft, washed-out palettes over vibrant neon. There is a focus on hands—hands in dirt, hands holding trowels, hands brushing against one another. The background art is lush, emphasizing the passage of seasons, which is crucial for a story about waiting for things to grow.

This paper presents the design, implementation, and potential applications of "Tane o Tsukeru Otoko" — an anime characters database aimed at cataloging character metadata, relationships, media appearances, and fandom contributions. The system supports researchers, content creators, and fans by providing structured, searchable, and extensible data with provenance and moderation features. Tane o Tsukeru Otoko - Anime Characters Database