Sawako Kuronuma is the main character in the manga and anime series Kimi ni Todoke. She is a high school student known for her long black hair and shy demeanor, which often leads her classmates to misunderstand her as being scary or ghost-like. Despite her appearance, Sawako is kind-hearted and desires to make friends. Throughout the series, Sawako's life changes when she befriends Shota Kazehaya, a popular and outgoing boy. With his support, she gradually gains confidence and learns to express herself, leading to meaningful relationships with her classmates and a deeper understanding of friendship and love.