He came from a wealthy family, yet he was frail. He often sat by a tree and read. He was found by a youkai, named Miya. They both spoke together since then. As the seasons went by, he did not came one day.

Spoiler

He was in a painting that Miya often carried with her while traveling. She stated that he always wanted to be and travel with her.

Site: Episode 09 "The Man Amidst the Row of Cherry Blossoms".