A worker at the bathhouse who becomes Chihiro's caretaker. Although aloof at first, she warms up to Chihiro and grows a strong bond with her. At the end, she is happy for Chihiro when the latter finally goes home. Lin states that she wishes to leave the bathhouse for some better life. Like most bathhouse workers, Lin is a spirit in human form. "The Art of Miyazaki's Spirited Away" indicates that she is a weasel spirit.