A Daughter of the Samurai · Character
American Grandma
Etsu's American grandmother-in-law.
minor
Also known as Grandma
First appearance: xvii first impressions
American Grandma shows up with force in Chiyo. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Comforts Hanano after her disappointment about Chiyo's appearance.
American Grandma first appears in 0020 xvii first impressions.
In Chiyo: Comforts Hanano after her disappointment about Chiyo's appearance.
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- Other
Character groups
- Childhood and Poetic Figures
- Extended Family, Friends, and Acquaintances
- Protagonist
- Japanese Family and Servants
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See American Grandma in xvii first impressions