Kagome is a fictional character from the popular anime and manga series Inuyasha, created by Rumiko Takahashi. She is a modern-day high school girl who accidentally travels back in time to Japan's Sengoku period. There, she meets Inuyasha, a half-demon, and becomes involved in a quest to collect the shards of the Shikon Jewel. Kagome possesses spiritual powers, which allow her to sense and purify evil. Throughout the series, she demonstrates bravery, compassion, and determination as she battles various demons and helps her friends. Her character is central to the story, often balancing her responsibilities in both the past and present.