Mahiru Kutabata

"The fact that I've had to put up with her my entire life sums up how I feel now."

- Mahiru

Marguerite Kutabata, commonly known as "Mahiru", is a major character in The Kutabatas, and the great aunt of Mitsuru's father Spirit. She first appeared in the strip during a 1997 story arc, and is voiced by Carolyn Lawrence in the first animated series.

Personality
According to creator Mala Miles, Mahiru is the "yin" to Hiyoko's "yang". Mahiru is considered "a close grandmother" to Mitsuru and his siblings.

Appearance
Mahiru's outfit consists of an orange shirt with pink stockings and red shoes. She wears a pink robe as casual clothes.

Relationship with Hiyoko
Mala Miles describes Hiyoko and Mahiru's relationship as "mutual" to each other.