Ushio Okazaki is a significant character in the anime series Clannad and its sequel, Clannad: After Story. She is the beloved daughter of Tomoya Okazaki and Nagisa Furukawa. Ushio plays a crucial role in the latter part of the series, symbolizing hope, new beginnings, and the enduring bond of family. Through her innocence and pure-hearted nature, she helps Tomoya rediscover purpose and healing after tragedy, making her central to the story's emotional depth and development.