- "You can't live life in fear of being hurt."
- ―Mochizuki Honami (Original)
- "I feel like I was able to give a little bit of help so that everyone could move forward."
- ―Mochizuki Honami (Brand New World)
Mochizuki Honami (
Background
Honami learnt to play the drums in her elementary school's brass band.[2]
Honami, Ichika, Saki, and Shiho were friends as children. The group used to stargaze and play music together, but because of Saki's hospitalization during middle school, Honami's relationships with Ichika and Shiho became strained. Despite wanting to be friends with the two, she stopped speaking to them after her classmates would call her disloyal and speak rudely about Ichika and Shiho. When she was in middle school, Honami's classmates would often rely on her for help, but by supporting everyone equally her classmates started to believe she was two-faced, and only trying to get on others' good side. After Saki returns to school and they visit the School SEKAI, the group slowly reunites and forms Leo/need, named after the meteor shower they watched together as children.
Her father works as a hairstylist[3], and her mother is a stylist who works with models. She also has a little brother[4] and a pet dog named Shibao.
As a first year, Honami was classmates with Emu in class 1-B. As a second year, she is classmates with Ichika and Kohane in class 2-A. She is an honor student and member of the beautification committee alongside Shizuku. Outside of school, Honami works part-time as a housekeeper for Kanade.
Appearance
Honami has blue eyes and light dusty rose hair, worn in a side ponytail on the right side of her head and tied up with a blue scrunchie. A slightly long forelock of hair hangs down the left side of her head. Her voice is light and soft. She is relatively tall for a girl of her age.
Casual Outfit
In her first year, her casual outfit consists of a black shirt with a cream white hoodie, a black and silver necklace, light brown skirt, dark grey transparent pantyhose, and black low heeled mary-janes.
In her second year, her casual outfit consists of a white buttoned shirt with puffy sleeves under a pink wooly sleeveless jumper dress. Her belt is brown with a gold buckle. Her skirt is long and pleated, and her shoes are brown boots. She also wears a brown and gold watch on her left wrist. The bow in her hair is white with black stripes.
Unit Outfit
Her band uniform consists of a white blouse with a red and white striped ribbon on her neck covered with a red, golden lining, a low-sleeve coat with a pair of black ribbons, black gloves with a black ribbon on her right arm, a black skirt with a red lining and a black leather belt with a golden lining and a gold metallic star, and black boots with black socks.
Her second band uniform heavily resembles a school uniform. She wears an unbuttoned grey black and red lapel over a white collared buttoned up shirt. Just below the collars is a red bow with white striped and black outlines. On her right arm is a star charm held by a strap on both side. Her skirt is one side a-line and the other side pleated, with the pleated side having a red and black strap held by buttons on her front and back. Her boots are dark grey and laced, going to just below her knees, with her black socks going just above her boots. She also wears a white bow with black stripes in her hair.
Personality
Honami is smart, athletic, and kind. She takes the feelings of others into consideration, is willing to listen to classmates' troubles, and wants to help other people around her any way she can. She often dwells on issues presented to her, trying to think of the best way to resolve it.
However, her kindness towards everyone has led to others viewing her as a bootlicker or a people-pleaser, which led her to isolate herself from her friends in middle school, in an attempt to avoid more judgement. She can become nervous and indecisive when faced with disagreements, afraid to make the wrong choice and upset everyone involved.
Honami has gradually gained more courage since her experiences in middle school and overcome her fear of disagreements. In Don't Let Doubts Hold You Back, Honami is able to be assertive to her classmates and encourage others to be compromising and understanding, and in Putting Feelings Into Words, Honami convinces Shiho to lean on the band for more support, instead of bearing the burden all by herself.
Honami has a great interest in astronomy as she teaches her childhood friends how to stargaze and has a great knowledge about constellations. She also loves to eat apple pies, often buying a comical amount of them.
Etymology
Mochizuki (望月) means "full moon".[5]
Honami (穂波) means "waving heads (of grain)".
Game Interactions
A list of characters Honami interacts with in the game.
Relationships
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Hoshino Ichika: Childhood friends and bandmates. While their relationship was initially strained due to Honami pushing Ichika away out of fear that her other classmates would bully Ichika, they have since made up. Honami appreciates Ichika for always looking out for her.
Tenma Saki: Childhood friends and bandmates. Honami was glad to see Saki back and healthy, but felt initially awkward due to the incident that splintered their friend group. Now the two are close friends who radiate positivity.
Hinomori Shiho: Childhood friends and bandmates. While Honami once pushed Shiho away due to fear of her being bullied by other classmates, they have since made up. Shiho can occasionally voice somewhat harsh criticisms against Honami, but Honami realizes that sometimes friends need to be harsh with another to make each other better people.
Hanasato Minori: Honami's schoolmate and friend. The two often walk their dogs together.
Kiritani Haruka: Friends and schoolmates.
Hinomori Shizuku: Shiho's older sister who was also part of the beautification committee with Honami.
Azusawa Kohane: Friends and classmates in Class 2-A. In The BEST Summer Ever! event, they are assigned in the same group, and Honami also teaches Kohane how to swim.
Tenma Tsukasa: Saki's older brother. Though she sometimes gets surprised by his loud voice and mannerisms, Honami appreciates how much Tsukasa cares about Saki and even helped the two make up.[6] She still chastises Shiho for calling him a loud-mouth.[7]
Otori Emu: Good friends and former classmates.
Kusanagi Nene: Friends following the Musical Twilight Parade event.
Yoisaki Kanade: Honami works part-time as Kanade's housekeeper, coming over to the latter's house once a week. In a flashback from Someday, From the Depths of Despair, Honami had helped Kanade after she noticed she had collapsed on the floor during her first time visiting her, and formally introduced herself after Kanade woke up in the hospital. The two have a friendly relationship, and Kanade occasionally asks her for advice.
Asahina Mafuyu: Although they both attend Miyamasuzaka Girls' Academy, Honami and Mafuyu interact properly for the first time in The Warmth of Intersecting Melodies event.
Shinonome Ena: Honami learns of and meets Ena through Kanade in the Paint What I Love ♪ Rainbow Canvas event, where she proceeds to ask Ena to teach her how to draw. Thanks to Ena's advice, Honami was able to improve, and afterwards the two became good friends.
Akiyama Mizuki: Friends since the To You, My Caring Companion event.
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. It is implied that Honami's feelings brought MEIKO into the School SEKAI. During the Don't Let Doubts Hold You Back event, MEIKO helps Honami find her courage and ability to speak up, teaching her that there is more than one form of kindness.
KAITO: VIRTUAL SINGER and friend.
Kizuna Rank
| Character | Rank 5 | Rank 26 | Rank 46 |
|---|---|---|---|
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Sound of The Lead and Beats (リードと土台の音) | Calm Performers (演奏だけはブレないように) | Tell Me About Constellations (星座の見かた教えて) |
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Making Art True To Me (自分らしい絵を) | It's Fine To Argue (ケンカしたっていいだろ) | Kindness, Courage And Strength (優しさと勇気と強さ) |
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Big Sis Vibes (お姉さんズ) | Brimming with Kindness (あふれる優しさ) | Gentle Blue Eyes (優しく蒼い瞳) |
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Flying Colors for Caring (面倒見のよさ、満点) | What Is Kindness? (優しさってなんだろう) | Grateful For Courage (ありがとう、勇気) |
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Apple Union (リンゴ同盟) | Secret Snackaholic (秘密の買い食い) | Unwavering Brilliance (揺れない輝き) |
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Soft & Fluffy Hair (ゆるふわヘア) | Take It Easy (無理はしないでね) | But It's So Soft (だって柔らかいんだもん) |
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Rhythm Squad (リズム隊) | Count On Me (もっと頼って) | Overcome Our Differences (すれ違いを乗り越えて) |
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Dog Walking Friends (犬のお散歩友達) | Shibao And Samo-chan (しばおとサモちゃん) | With Hearts Full Of Courage And Hope (勇気と希望を胸に) |
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Accomplished In Both The Literary And Military Arts (文武両道) | One-man Senpai (ワンマンの先輩) | Single-minded Devotion To What One Loves (好きなものに一途) |
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Cleanup Committee Member (美化委員のお姉さん) | Octopus & Rice Cakes (タコとおはぎ) | Shiho is The Center of The Conversation (話題の中心は志歩) |
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Legal Guardian Team (チーム保護者) | Protect Saki Squad (咲希を見守り隊) | Tremendously Open-Minded (絶大な包容力) |
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Are You Really Classmates? (本当に同級生？) | Apple Pie Heaven (アップルパイ天国) | No Longer Lonely, Right? (もう寂しくないね！) |
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Giving & Receiving Care (お世話します、されます) | Apple Pie at the Dinner Table (食卓でアップルパイを) | Built Trust (築いてきた信頼) |
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It's A Dog, Not A Sea Cucumber... (ナマコじゃなくて犬です…) | Already A Mom (もうお母さんじゃん) | Draw Your Crocodile (わたしのワニを描いて) |
Songs
Honami is featured in the SEKAI version or has an alternate vocal of the following songs:
| Song Name | Producer | Date Added (JP) | Date Added (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umiyuri Kaiteitan | n-buna | 2020/12/01 | 2022/01/12 |
| From Y to Y | JimmyThumb-P | 2021/03/22 | 2022/03/24 |
| Kagerou Daze | JIN | 2021/08/15 | 2022/08/15 |
| Hello,world! | Fujiwara Motoo | 2021/10/13 | 2022/10/13 |
| Shinpakusuu♯0822 | Chouchou-P | 2022/01/24 | 2023/01/25 |
| Asagao no Chiru Koro ni | Pusu | 2022/05/23 | 2023/05/27 |
| Lost and Found | sasakure.UK, UKRampage | 2022/08/15 | 2023/08/17 |
| Amanojaku | 164 | 2022/10/01 | 2023/10/01 |
| Yomosugara Kimi Omou | TOKOTOKO | 2022/12/29 | 2023/12/29 |
| Hello, Worker | Hayashi Kei | 2023/02/20 | 2024/02/24 |
| Attract Light | *Luna | 2023/03/24 | 2024/03/24 |
| Kaisei | Orangestar | 2023/05/01 | 2024/05/04 |
| Glow | keeno | 2023/06/23 | 2024/06/23 |
| Hajimete no Koi ga Owaru Toki | ryo | 2023/12/28 | |
| Hide and Seek | 19 -iku- | 2024/01/09 | |
| Kibou no Tsuki | nakyamurya | 2024/03/27 | |
| Tokyo Teddy Bear | Neru | 2024/05/13 | |
| Batsubyou | Iwami Takashi, Nanahoshi Kangen Gakudan | 2024/06/03 | |
| Mozaik Role (Reloaded) | DECO*27, Rockwell | 2024/10/01 |
| Song Name | Producer | Date Added (JP) | Date Added (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NeedLe | DECO*27, Rockwell | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| Stella | JIN | 2020/10/18 | 2021/12/15 |
| Hare wo Matsu | Orangestar | 2021/01/10 | 2022/02/18 |
| 「１」 | 164 | 2021/04/21 | 2022/05/09 |
| From Tokyo | Natsushiro Takaaki, Takuya Watanabe | 2021/07/07 | 2022/07/10 |
| Ryuusei no Pulse | *Luna | 2021/09/10 | 2022/09/09 |
| STAGE OF SEKAI | HarryP, Tanahashi EDDY Teruaki | 2021/11/18 | 2022/11/17 |
| Peaky Peaky | mikitoP | 2022/02/18 | 2023/02/18 |
| Order Made | Kasamura Toota, Yuichi Murata | 2022/04/28 | 2023/04/28 |
| Teratera | Wada Takeaki (KurageP) | 2022/07/21 | 2023/07/21 |
| Voices | Yuyoyuppe | 2022/09/07 | 2023/09/08 |
| The WALL | buzzG | 2022/11/18 | 2023/11/18 |
| Flyway | halyosy | 2023/01/21 | 2024/01/21 |
| Be The MUSIC! | Kinoshita | 2023/04/01 | 2024/04/01 |
| Aioi | Yairi | 2023/04/11 | 2024/04/11 |
| Hoshi wo Tsunagu | 40mP, 12340mP, Hifumi | 2023/07/21 | 2024/07/21 |
| Purpose | doriko | 2023/10/29 | 2024/10/29 |
| Regulus | Yuuyu | 2024/02/18 | |
| Integral | *Luna | 2024/03/01 | |
| Suresure | Scop | 2024/04/28 | |
| Soredemo Bokura wa Utau Koto wo Yamenai | Aoki Go | 2024/09/20 |
| Song Name | Producer | Date Added (JP) | Date Added (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NeedLe | DECO*27, Rockwell | 2020/09/30 | 2021/12/07 |
| Stella | JIN | 2020/10/18 | 2021/12/15 |
| Umiyuri Kaiteitan | n-buna | 2020/12/01 | 2022/01/12 |
| Hare wo Matsu | Orangestar | 2021/01/10 | 2022/02/18 |
| From Y to Y | JimmyThumb-P | 2021/03/22 | 2022/03/24 |
| 「１」 | 164 | 2021/04/21 | 2022/05/09 |
| From Tokyo | Natsushiro Takaaki, Takuya Watanabe | 2021/07/07 | 2022/07/10 |
| Kagerou Daze | JIN | 2021/08/15 | 2022/08/15 |
| Venom | Kairiki Bear | 2021/10/04 | 2022/10/04 |
| STAGE OF SEKAI | HarryP, Tanahashi EDDY Teruaki | 2021/11/18 | 2022/11/17 |
| Shinpakusuu♯0822 | Chouchou-P | 2022/01/24 | 2023/01/25 |
| Peaky Peaky | mikitoP | 2022/02/18 | 2023/02/18 |
| Asagao no Chiru Koro ni | Pusu | 2022/05/23 | 2023/05/27 |
| Meru | n-buna | 2022/07/04 | 2023/07/10 |
| Yomosugara Kimi Omou | TOKOTOKO | 2022/12/29 | 2023/12/29 |
| Flyway | halyosy | 2023/01/21 | 2024/01/21 |
| Kaisei | Orangestar | 2023/05/01 | 2024/05/04 |
| Glow | keeno | 2023/06/23 | 2024/06/23 |
| Hide and Seek | 19 -iku- | 2024/01/09 | |
| Regulus | Yuuyu | 2024/02/18 |
Trivia
- Honami's drums are modeled after the Yamaha Stage Custom (Cranberry Red), which she shares with MEIKO.
- Honami would volunteer at a care home when she was younger.[8]
References
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