Marika Tachibana is a prominent character in the anime series Nisekoi. She is the daughter of a police chief and is betrothed to Raku Ichijou due to a promise made between their parents. Marika is deeply in love with Raku and is determined to win his heart, often resorting to bold and direct tactics. Despite her frail health, she is strong-willed and has a confident personality. Her character adds complexity to the series' love dynamics, providing both comedic and heartfelt moments.