- "Being an idol isn't all it's cracked up to be..."
- ―Kiritani Haruka (Original)
- "You'll definitely become an idol who's able to deliver hope and dreams to everyone!"
- ―Kiritani Haruka (Brand New World)
Kiritani Haruka (桐谷遥) is a second-year student at Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy. She is a member of the idol group MORE MORE JUMP!
Background
As a child, Haruka had a difficult time smiling even when she was happy. She was inspired to become an idol when, while at a mall, an idol invited Haruka to dance with her onstage, causing Haruka to smile. Haruka realized she wanted to become an idol upon hearing that the girl who invited her to dance was filled with hope by watching Haruka having fun.[1] As a child and while in middle school, Haruka was an athlete, specifically a basketball player.[2]
Haruka was part of the nationally-acclaimed idol group ASRUN, and had the highest popularity ranking among all the members of the group. After a falling-out with one of the other members, she retired from being an idol and became a normal student at Miyamasuzaka Girls' Academy. Shortly after her retirement, she meets Minori on the rooftop while looking for a place to read. Soon, Minori, Airi, and Shizuku invite her to create MORE MORE JUMP! with them. She initially refuses, until she is given hope by former ASRUN member Mai.
Her mother is a nail stylist.[3]
As a first year, Haruka was classmates with Ichika and Saki in class 1-C and a member of the Sports Festival Executive Commitee. As a second year, she is part of the Miyamasuzaka credit course alongside Minori.
Appearance
Haruka has calm, light blue eyes and short blue hair, worn loose and swept bangs that cover her forehead. Her voice is warm and mellow.
Casual Outfit
In her casual outfit, Haruka wears a pale blue dress-shirt with a v-neck and hemming stitch below her hips. Below the stitch is a little bow. She has a black lacey undershirt, black pants, and a white cardigan. When she's practicing, she has an oversized hot pink silk hoodie with a large hood and black drawstrings. On her hoodie are little white text boxes with writing in them. The box on the top left reads "clover" and the box on the bottom right reads "Go back to the drawing bord". She wears black yoga pants with black-and-pink stripes on the sides.
In her second year, her casual outfit consists of an orange shirt under a white button-up left mostly open with long sleeves and partially tucked into loose gray pants with a bow tied in the front, and a loose silver choker.
Unit Outfit
Haruka shares a similar outfit to that of the rest of her group members: a white sleeveless blouse with a black ribbon underneath a vest, a black and white ruffled skirt with multiple layers, a loose black belt adorned with the group's three-leaf clover motif, and white heeled shoes. The design of Haruka's vest is the same as Minori's. Haruka's outfit differs with the color blue accenting her outfit, her blouse being tucked out of her skirt, and a thin yellow bracelet on her left wrist. Her head accessory is a small bow of multiple colors---Black, white, and blue---and a unique design.
Her group's new uniform consists of a white double-breasted coat with flouncy sleeves, a dark gray belt adorned with the group's three-leaf clover motif, a skirt over a longer white skirt, and white heeled shoes. The coat neckline, overskirt, and shoe cuffs have a blue plaid appearance. Accessories include dark gray ribbons pinned with gold three-leaf clovers, white wrist cuffs, and a three-leaf clover winged hair clip. Her outfit's accent color is blue.
Personality
Haruka is very charismatic, formerly being the most popular member of ASRUN. In Minori's words, she is "the kind of idol who is able to give everyone hope for a better tomorrow".[4] She is a strict and dedicated person, working in regular routines of rigorous workouts to stay at an idol's standard. However, due to her overly diligent nature, she has difficulty relaxing and giving herself a break. This dedication applies to her studies, as the VIRTUAL SINGERS mention her excellent grades.[5] She restricts herself on sweets and pastries, which, in response, causes cravings. She is attentive to the schedules and specials of pastry shops.
Haruka is composed yet bold, unafraid to talk back and tease her friends. She is rather sporty, liking basketball, and as a child she was quite competitive. She also loves penguins, owns a ton of penguin merch, and sometimes gets emotional when receiving penguin merch as a gift.
Etymology
Kiritani (桐谷) means "paulownia", also known as "empress tree". In the language of flowers, paulownia means "noble".[6]
Haruka (遥) means "far off, distant".
Game Interactions
A list of characters Haruka interacts with in the game.
Relationships
Subpage: Relationships
Hanasato Minori: Fellow group member. Minori is a big fan of her. Haruka values Minori as a friend, but feels as though their relationship is complicated, disliking how she is put on a pedestal. She is deeply grateful towards Minori for helping her rediscover the desire to be an idol once more.
Momoi Airi: Fellow group member. Haruka thinks Airi is undervalued in the idol world.
Hinomori Shizuku: Fellow group member. As ASRUN and Cheerful*Days members, they had performed together prior to forming MORE MORE JUMP!, and during their first meeting, Haruka comforted Shizuku and complimented her for working harder than anyone else in the group.[7] Haruka appreciates her hard work and encourages her to be her imperfect, more authentic self to their fans.
Hoshino Ichika: Friends following the Miyamasuzaka Sports Festival event. Haruka appreciates Ichika for treating her like a normal person. The two were also classmates in Class 1-C during their first year.
Tenma Saki: Friends following the Miyamasuzaka Sports Festival event. Just like Ichika, Saki treats Haruka like a normal person, which makes her happy. The two were also classmates in Class 1-C during their first year.
Hinomori Shiho: Friends following the Miyamasuzaka Sports Festival event. They later interact more in the A Gentleman Thief's Thrilling White Day?! event where they decide to go together to the chocolate factory. They also have a shared love for mascot characters.
Azusawa Kohane: Friends following the Time to hang out♪ event. Haruka enjoys teasing her.
Shiraishi An: Childhood friends since elementary school. Haruka was competitive and often competed with An in silly contests, like who could run faster or who could eat their entire lunch first.[8] However, they were separated when Haruka went to Miyamasuzaka and An to Kamiyama High School. They still hang out together outside of school.
Otori Emu: Friends whom first officially meet through the Sports Festival Executive Committee during one of the planning sessions for the Festival, though Haruka had heard about Emu prior to this. When Emu expresses her desire to make the Sports Festival an event that leaves people motivated even when it's over, Haruka is reminded of Minori and her determination to bring hope to people. This similarity is what prompts Haruka to offer her support and help to Emu, to which the latter is grateful. From there they become good friends, both promising to continue doing their best together at the end of the Sports Festival.
Hatsune Miku: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
Kagamine Rin: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
Kagamine Len: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
Megurine Luka: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
MEIKO: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
KAITO: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
Kizuna Rank
| Character | Rank 5 | Rank 26 | Rank 46 |
|---|---|---|---|
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Veteran Idols (ベテランアイドル) | Top Idols (トップアイドル) | Natural Idols (天性のアイドル) |
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Physical Idols (フィジカルアイドル) | Short×Short (ショート×ショート) | Idol Smile (アイドルスマイル) |
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A Reliable Pair (頼られるふたり) | Most In Shape (フィジカル最強？) | For The Unaware You (無自覚なあなたに) |
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Ocean Blue Gradation (海色グラデーション) | Trusting, Not Coddling (甘えではなく信頼として) | Under The Umbrella Of Hope (希望という名の傘に) |
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A 30 Is Fine For Starters (最初は30点でも大丈夫) | Line Between Healthy and Delicious Food (美味しいと健康は紙一重？) | Close Professionals (隣のプロフェッショナル) |
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Let's Go to The Aquarium Someday♪ (いつか一緒に水族館♪) | Not as an Idol (アイドルとしてじゃなくて) | Cheery Penguin Cafe (うきうきペンギンカフェ) |
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A Person Who Knows The Professional World (プロの世界を知る人) | Put Your Feelings Into Chocolate (チョコに想いを込めて) | Fenny-kun LOVE (フェニーくんLOVE) |
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My Idol! (私のアイドル！) | Because You Were There (あなたがいたから) | Like The Ocean (海みたいな景色) |
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The Strongest!!! (最強よ！！！) | Reliable One (しっかり者) | Let's Start Over (ここからもう一度) |
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Popular Idols (人気のアイドル) | Fabulous (ファビュラス) | Focal Point (努力のセンター) |
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Sparkles & Hammie (キラキラ＆ハムハム) | Blushing Because Of That Smile (あのほほ笑みは照れちゃう) | Hidden Natural Radiance (天性の秘めたる輝き) |
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Rivals in Everything But Studying (勉強以外はライバル) | Let's Race Again Someday (いつか リレーの決着を) | A Dear Rival and Friend (好敵手と書いて親友) |
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They Actually Are Alike (やっぱりちょっと似てるね) | Phenny Secrets?! (フェニーくんの秘密！？) | It's All For Smiles And Hope (明日も笑顔と希望のために) |
Songs
Haruka is featured in the SEKAI version or has an alternate vocal of the following songs:
| Song Name | Producer | Date Added (JP) | Date Added (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Synthesizer | EasyPop | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| Nostalogic | yuukiss | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| Near | Natsushiro Takaaki, Watanabe Takuya | 2020/10/02 | 2021/12/09 |
| Viva Happy | Mitchie M | 2020/10/11 | 2021/12/20 |
| Melty Land Nightmare | Harumaki Gohan | 2020/10/25 | 2021/12/28 |
| Dreamin Chuchu | emon(Tes.) | 2021/04/12 | 2022/05/02 |
| Chikyuu Saigo no Kokuhaku wo | kemu | 2021/07/19 | 2022/07/16 |
| Happy Halloween | Junky | 2021/10/31 | 2022/10/31 |
| Karakuri Pierrot | 40mP | 2021/11/29 | 2022/11/22 |
| Shoujorei | mikitoP | 2022/01/02 | 2023/01/02 |
| Kokoroyohou | Eve, TAKU INOUE | 2022/03/02 | 2023/02/27 |
| Darling Dance | Kairiki Bear | 2022/04/25 | 2023/04/24 |
| Vampire | DECO*27, Rockwell | 2022/06/20 | 2023/06/16 |
| Torinoko City | 40mP | 2022/10/08 | 2023/10/08 |
| Lonely Universe | aqu3ra | 2022/12/09 | 2023/12/09 |
| Kimagure Mercy | HachiojiP | 2023/01/02 | 2024/01/02 |
| Booo! | TOKOTOKO | 2023/03/07 | 2024/03/16 |
| Shinkai Shoujo | Yuuyu | 2023/04/07 | 2024/04/10 |
| Kyuukurarin | iyowa | 2023/07/03 | |
| Shiroi Yuki no Princess wa | Noboru↑-P | 2023/09/11 | |
| Melancholic | Junky | 2023/10/04 | |
| Akuyaku ni Kiss Scene wo | 40mP | 2023/10/23 | |
| Sayonara Princess | Kai | 2023/12/04 | |
| Kuu ni Naru | MIMI | 2024/01/05 | |
| Flos | R Sound Design | 2024/03/11 |
| Song Name | Producer | Date Added (JP) | Date Added (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idol Shin'eitai | Mitchie M | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| More! Jump! More! | NayutalieN | 2020/11/19 | 2022/01/17 |
| Color of Drops | 40mP | 2021/01/29 | 2022/03/05 |
| Tenshi no Clover | DIVELA | 2021/03/30 | 2022/04/22 |
| Ai no Material | Junky | 2021/05/21 | 2022/06/02 |
| Ice Drop | aqu3ra | 2021/08/18 | 2022/08/18 |
| Worldwide Wander | TOKOTOKO | 2021/12/10 | 2022/12/10 |
| Metamo Re:born | emon(Tes.) | 2022/03/11 | 2023/03/11 |
| If | YurryCanon, Tsukuyomi | 2022/05/08 | 2023/05/08 |
| Parasol Cider | Iwami Takashi, Nanahoshi Kangengakudan | 2022/08/10 | 2023/08/10 |
| DREAM PLACE | EasyPop | 2022/10/19 | 2023/10/19 |
| Float Planner | Heavenz | 2022/11/30 | 2023/11/30 |
| Watashi wa, Watashitachi wa | Guiano | 2023/02/17 | 2024/02/17 |
| Be The MUSIC! | Kinoshita | 2023/04/01 | 2024/04/01 |
| Momoiro no Kagi | iyowa | 2023/04/28 | 2024/04/28 |
| Teammate | HoneyWorks | 2023/06/20 | |
| Warera Stain Busters! | Mashima Yulo | 2023/08/01 | |
| Hug | MIMI | 2023/10/31 | |
| MOTTO!!! | Junky | 2024/01/15 | |
| JUMPIN’ OVER ! | r-906 | 2024/02/27 |
| Song Name | Producer | Date Added (JP) | Date Added (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Synthesizer | EasyPop | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| Nostalogic | yuukiss | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| Near | Natsushiro Takaaki, Watanabe Takuya | 2020/10/02 | 2021/12/09 |
| Color of Drops | 40mP | 2021/01/29 | 2022/03/05 |
| Positive☆Dance Time | Kinoshita | 2021/02/19 | 2022/02/28 |
| Dreamin Chuchu | emon(Tes.) | 2021/04/12 | 2022/05/02 |
| Chikyuu Saigo no Kokuhaku wo | kemu | 2021/07/19 | 2022/07/16 |
| Akuma no Odorikata | Kitani Tatsuya | 2021/10/08 | 2022/10/08 |
| Happy Halloween | Junky | 2021/10/31 | 2022/10/31 |
| Karakuri Pierrot | 40mP | 2021/11/29 | 2022/11/22 |
| Shoujorei | mikitoP | 2022/01/02 | 2023/01/02 |
| Kokoroyohou | Eve, TAKU INOUE | 2022/03/02 | 2023/02/27 |
| If | YurryCanon, Tsukuyomi | 2022/05/08 | 2023/05/08 |
| Torinoko City | 40mP | 2022/10/08 | 2023/10/08 |
| Float Planner | Heavenz | 2022/11/30 | 2023/11/30 |
| Booo! | TOKOTOKO | 2023/03/07 | 2024/03/16 |
| Kyuukurarin | iyowa | 2023/07/03 |
Trivia
- Haruka is a fan of Phenny, the Phoenix Wonderland mascot, mainly because Phenny resembles a penguin.[9]
- In MORE MORE JUMP!'s Main Story, Airi mentions that Haruka is 16 years old.[10] This makes Haruka one of the few characters with a confirmed age.
References
- ↑ Beyond The Dream of That Day Event Story
- ↑ Miyamasuzaka | Haruka & Emu (2)
- ↑ HAPPY BIRTHDAY Live - Haruka (2021)
- ↑ MORE MORE JUMP! Main Story
- ↑ You Deserve It! Break Time! Event Story
- ↑ Name Interpretation
- ↑ You Deserve It! Break Time!/Story
- ↑ Main Street | Haruka & An (1)
- ↑ Miyamasuzaka | Saki & Haruka (1)
- ↑ MORE MORE JUMP! Main Story
