Ritsuko Akizuki

Calm and composed glasses girl producer

A calm and composed, brilliant-minded glasses girl who also works as a producer. She supports the idols with rational thinking as an intellectual type.

Quotes

  • Rational judgment is the key to success.
  • Think with reason, not emotions.
  • Producing means discerning individual talents.
  • You can't grow without objectively viewing yourself.
  • Idols have potential; don't overlook it.

Trivia

  • Usually in a suit; lets her hair down only in limited outfits.
  • Former office worker, so can handle many clerical tasks.
  • Proficient with PCs; depictions of using bugs or homemade tools.
  • Personally dislikes sexy routes and has low self-evaluation.
  • In 'THE IDOLM@STER 2', transitioned from idol to producer.
  • Nickname is 'Ritchan'.

Alternate names

Ritchan Ritsuko

Tags

Idolmaster Glasses girl Producer Brilliant minded Cool Calm and composed 765 Production Green

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
June 23

Appearance

Overall appearance
Wears black-rimmed glasses, with twintails and an ahoge as characteristic features. Dressed in a suit with a dignified atmosphere. Dislikes sexy routes and gives a calm and intellectual impression.
Height
156cm
Weight
43kg
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Glasses
  • Twintails
  • Ahoge
Iconic items
  • Black-rimmed glasses
  • Suit
  • Laptop
  • Ballpoint pen
  • USB drive

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm
Detailed personality
Theoretical and values rationality, spirited and speaks her mind clearly. Fundamentally has a strong sense of justice, discerns idols' talents and supports them. Reserved in expressing emotions and struggles with straightforward emotional expression. Excels in analytical ability and can objectively view herself and her surroundings.
Keywords
  • Spirited
  • Rationalist
  • Analytical
  • Strict
  • Producer
  • Calm and composed
  • Glasses girl
  • Theoretical type
Motto
Do not fear loneliness, rationally strive for the best
Talents
  • High analytical ability
  • Calm judgment
  • PC operation
  • Programming
  • Instrument performance
  • Language ability
Skills
  • Producing skills
  • Schedule management
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Communication
  • Mechanical work
Motivation
To guide the idols to top stardom and contribute to the agency's development
Habits
Speaks sparingly, but shares her true feelings with trusted people. Also has a tendency to take the bait on provocations.
Favorite foods
Big eater, Favorite food is a secret
Hobbies
Qualification acquisition, Analysis and practice, Volunteering, PC customization, Reading (especially romance novels)
Favorite colors
Green
Music
Classical, Instrument performance

History

Backstory
Originally handled clerical work as an employee of 765 Production, but due to staff shortage, was selected as an idol candidate and debuted. Began producer activities alongside idol work. With superior analytical skills, identifies idols' talents and supports them with rational and precise guidance. Greatly contributed to the growth and development of 765 Pro.
Debut date
2005
Work title
THE IDOLM@STER Arcade Version
Media type
Arcade

765 Pro member idol debut

Significant event
765 Pro member idol debut
Description
Was an office worker at debut, but selected as an idol candidate and made her professional debut.

Producer promotion

Significant event
Producer promotion
Description
Performed producer duties alongside idol activities, and also handled producing for Ryuguu Komachi.

Appearance in anime version 'THE IDOLM@STER'

Significant event
Appearance in anime version 'THE IDOLM@STER'
Description
Appeared as the producer of Ryuguu Komachi in the anime version.

Dedicated to 765 Pro producer work

Significant event
Dedicated to 765 Pro producer work
Description
In Game 2, retired from idol work and focused solely on producing.

Relationships

Ryo Akizuki

Cousin

Cousin, often mistaken for her little sister by the general public, but interacts closely like siblings. Ritsuko supports Ryo's cross-dressing.

Haruka Amami

Best friend

As colleagues, sharpen each other and support like sisters

Iori Minase

Teammate

Occasionally clash but mutually trust each other

Azusa Miura

Teammate

Good partner supporting Ryuguu Komachi together

Ami Futami

Teammate

Elder sister-like figure who looks after her well

765 Production

765 Production: leader

Media appearances

THE IDOLM@STER

Arcade / Protagonist

First appearance in 2005 arcade version

THE IDOLM@STER (2011 version)

Anime / Supporting

2011 TV anime

THE IDOLM@STER 2

Game / Protagonist

2011 PS3 version

THE IDOLM@STER SP

Game / Protagonist

2009 Nintendo DS

The Idolmaster Million Live! Theater Days

Game / Supporting

2017 smartphone game

THE IDOLM@STER Million Live!

Anime / Supporting

2023 anime

Voice cast and creators

Naomi Wakabayashi

Voice actor
Naomi Wakabayashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Idolmaster series overall

Rie Takahashi

Voice actor
Rie Takahashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Some theatrical versions and related spin-offs

Bandai Namco Entertainment

Creator name
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Role
Original author

Toshiyuki Kuboaka

Creator name
Toshiyuki Kuboaka
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Ritsuko Akizuki Figure

Item name
Ritsuko Akizuki Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Ritsuko Model Glasses Accessory

Item name
Ritsuko Model Glasses Accessory
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular

Ritsuko Design Ballpoint Pen

Item name
Ritsuko Design Ballpoint Pen
Category
Stationery
Availability
Limited

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