Takeo Go

Takeo Go is an incredibly tall man (about 220 cm) with shoulders twice as wide as most people’s.

He is bald and has a big scar running across his left eye.

His face looks tough and scary—he often gets mistaken for someone from those "dangerous" groups.

Takeo is very emotional, loving, and caring towards his family, especially Lily.

He has a kind heart despite having a scary face.

After Lily’s death, he becomes withdrawn and avoids watching TV, carrying heavy regret.

He can lose control when overwhelmed with feelings, especially about Lily.

Takeo used to work for a construction company in Saga before quitting to become Lily’s manager when she joined the entertainment industry.

He managed Lily’s career, helping her rise to stardom even from a rural area.

After Lily’s passing, he returned to construction work with his old coworkers, like Amamoto, who understood why Takeo avoided TV.

Takeo and Lily’s Close Bond

Takeo was very close to Lily, whom he called Masao at home since "Lily Hoshikawa" was her stage name.

After their mother died, he raised Lily alone and became her manager, supporting her TV career and dreams.

He was overprotective, showing endless pride in his child.

The Tragedy and Deep Regret

As Lily became busier and more famous, Takeo focused more on her TV image than the real child in front of him.

This pressure and lack of real attention led to Lily’s overwork and stress, eventually causing her sudden death from heart failure.

Takeo was devastated, blaming himself so much that he clawed the scar on his own face during his grief and completely stopped watching TV.

Finding Franchouchou’s “No.6”

Years later, an article about Franchouchou’s member No.6, who looked exactly like his late child, catches his attention.

He starts following Franchouchou’s events quietly.

At a handshake and photo event, unable to hold back, he reaches out to touch No.6 (Lily).

This causes a huge commotion—he is kicked (literally) out by Saki Nikaido for being a "dangerous person".

Facing the Past and Healing

He doesn’t know his child is a zombie now and tries to keep his distance, not wanting to trouble Lily.

Later, Franchouchou invites him to a live show—Lily sings a song she wrote for her father, bringing Takeo to tears and finally helping him let go of his trauma.

Supporting Lily Again

Takeo starts to support Lily as a fan while keeping her secret safe.

He is seen at many Franchouchou live shows and gradually appears happier.

He works to help fix up the stadium with coworkers and attends events, slowly rebuilding his life.

Impact on the Story

Takeo is the first close relative to reappear in the story, showing how the girls’ pasts can still affect them and those they left behind.

His story makes members realize their deaths left people mourning, and meeting someone from before changes everything.

Extra Story: Takeo's Youth

In the spin-off "The First Zombie," high school Takeo is already 2 meters tall and scary-looking.

He falls for a kind classmate, Sachika (later his wife and Lily’s mom), but supernatural troubles at school get in the way of his confession.

With friends’ help, Takeo finally tells her his feelings.

• Lily Hoshikawa: His beloved child. Takeo loves Lily deeply and blames himself for her death, but ultimately supports her joyful return with Franchouchou.
• Amamoto: Takeo’s work friend who knows about why he avoids TV.
• Sachika: Takeo’s late wife, the one who made him feel accepted during high school.

• Takeo was Lily’s manager.
• He gave up his own job to support Lily’s career.
• He is extremely strong and easily stands out in any crowd.
• His real name is Takeo Go.
• Lily’s real name is Masao Go; “Lily Hoshikawa” is her stage name.

• Takeo is the first family member of a Franchouchou member to appear in ZOMBIE LAND SAGA.
• His presence wakes the girls up to their past and to the feelings of those left behind.