Menma (Meiko Honma)

A ghost who cannot pass on until her wish is granted.

Meiko 'Menma' Honma is the ghost of a cheerful Russian-Japanese girl who died as a child in an accident. Five years later, she appears to Jinta Yadomi wearing the same dress from her accident and always barefoot. Initially visible only to Jinta, she interacts physically with the world by opening doors, cooking meals, and playing games. Others sense her presence through faint scents or sudden chills. She harbors no resentment about her death and wishes to be reincarnated to reunite with her friends. Menma holds special affection for Jinta, eventually revealing a childhood dream of becoming his bride.

Quick Facts

Real name: Meiko Honma
Nickname: Menma
Status: Deceased Spirit
Affiliation: Super Peace Busters
Primary visibility: Jinta Yadomi

Lore & Background

Menma's death caused the group of six childhood friends to drift apart. Five years after the incident, she appears as an older-looking spirit to Jinta Yadomi, asking him to help grant a wish so she can move on. Since she does not remember what the wish is, Jinta gathers his estranged friends, who are initially reluctant to join. While most cannot see or hear her and believe Jinta is hallucinating, Menma eventually shows her presence to the group to prove she is real. The story involves the group struggling with hidden feelings and accusations that Jinta cannot get over her death. Later hints suggest her possible reincarnation, including a dream where she claims to have returned as potato liquor.

Reader's Guide

Meiko 'Menma' Honma is a central character whose ghost returns to Jinta Yadomi five years after her accidental death. Visible only to Jinta at first, she interacts physically with objects like doors and meals, though others sense her presence through scents or chills. Her goal is to have a wish granted so she can pass on, but she cannot remember what it is. This prompts the reunion of the Super Peace Busters group. Menma reveals no resentment about her death and holds affection for Jinta, once dreaming of becoming his bride. The narrative focuses on the group helping her move on while confronting their own guilt, culminating in hints that she may have been reincarnated as potato liquor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can only Jinta see Menma initially?

Her ghostly form is primarily perceived by Jinta because he carries the deepest guilt regarding the incident that led to her death. As the other members of the Super Peace Busters reconnect and heal, they eventually become able to see her as well.

What is Menma's unfulfilled wish?

She remains on earth because she wants her former friends to reunite and promise to stay connected forever. Once this specific request is granted by the group, she is finally able to move past her unfinished business.

How did Menma die?

Menma drowned in a river near their secret base on her birthday after chasing Jinta during an argument with him. This tragedy caused the Super Peace Busters to break apart and avoid speaking about her for six years.