Shidare Hotaru is brought to life in this figure with a dynamic pose that exudes her signature playful energy. Her long, flowing hair cascades behind her in rich strands of lavender and midnight purple, sculpted with careful motion to suggest a breeze as if she just twirled around a candy stall. The face features a bright, mischievous expression with wide expressive eyes and a small, confident smile that captures Hotaru’s bold personality. Her outfit is candy-inspired, featuring vibrant accents, tiny accessory details, and texturing that conveys different fabrics. The base includes thematic candy motifs and subtle shading to emphasize depth, giving a sense of whimsy and movement. Overall, the figure focuses on capturing Hotaru’s energetic charm and her love of sweets.

Hotaru Shidare is the impulsive and fearless heiress of a confectionery-obsessed family in Dagashi Kashi. She travels between shops with Kokonotsu to uncover and test new dagashi flavors, all while teaching him about the joys and curiosities of Japanese sweets. Her eccentric enthusiasm drives many of the series’ humorous experiments and heated conversations, as she challenges conventional tastes and pokes fun at conventional trends. In this figure, Hotaru’s bold personality is represented by her daring pose, confident gaze, and candy-inspired wardrobe, mirroring her relentless curiosity and willingness to push boundaries. Through her antics, the character reveals themes of friendship, competition, and the celebratory nature of sharing treats, which are central to the show’s playful spirit.