Shinobu Maehara is a shy and gentle high school student in the anime and manga series Love Hina. She moves into the Hinata Inn after her parents' divorce, where she becomes one of the main residents. Known for her excellent cooking and housekeeping skills, Shinobu develops feelings for the protagonist, Keitaro Urashima. Her reserved nature and caring personality make her an endearing and supportive character, often providing emotional stability within the group of eclectic residents at the inn.