Marika Tachibana is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Nisekoi, created by Naoshi Komi. She is known for her cheerful personality and strong-willed nature. Marika is a high school student who has a crush on the main character, Raku Ichijo, and often finds herself in comedic situations due to her feelings. In the series, Marika is also the daughter of a powerful yakuza boss, which adds complexity to her character. Her interactions with Raku and other characters, such as Chitoge Kirisaki and Onodera, contribute to the romantic tension and humor throughout the story.