Yamanaka Ino

Sakura's #1 rival for Sasuke's attention and affection; Ino and Sakura have been friends since childhood. Ino's socialable personality has greatly influenced Sakura's once shy and timid self. Her confidence in her strength is only second to her belief in keeping herself beautiful. Constantly dieting to keep her figure, she often is critical of others such as Chouji and Shikamaru. When not training, Ino can be found tending her family's flower shop.