Also known as: 真鍋和
A secondary character of K-On!.
Childhood friend of Hirasawa Yui and a member of their school's Student Council. Well-mannered and intelligent, Nodoka, however, is often taken aback by the Light Music Club's easygoing behavior, in particular expressing concern for Yui's progress and annoyance at club president Tainaka Ritsu's irresponsibility.