Riku Kurose is one of the main characters in the anime and manga series Ten Count. He is a talented psychotherapist who works as a counselor. Riku is depicted as calm, composed, and dedicated to helping his patients overcome their challenges. In the series, he plays a significant role in assisting Shirotani Tadaomi, who suffers from obsessive-compulsive disorder. Through his professional and personal interactions with Shirotani, Riku helps him confront his fears and anxieties, leading to a deep and complex relationship between the two characters.