Koizumi Hanayo - Popular Character Encyclopedia

Quotes

Nikko nikko nii!
Idols make everyone happy!
Idols are everyone's sun!
I'll work hard to get stronger!
Because everyone's here, I can shine too.

Trivia

Wore glasses before joining but switched to contacts afterward.
Childhood friends with Rin, sharing a deep friendship.
Had low self-esteem and no confidence in singing but overcame it through effort.
Strong idol admiration since young.
The band-aid from Kotori triggered full commitment to μ's activities.

Alternate names

Hanayo Koizumi Kayochin Hanayo-chan

Profile

Species: Human
Gender: Female
Birthday: March 15

Appearance

Overall appearance: Long black hair with a modest yet cute impression. Wears school uniform or μ's idol outfits well.
Height: About 155cm
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Black
Distinguishing features: Glasses (before joining)

Somewhat shy

Modest smile
Iconic items: White rice

Band-aid

Uniform

μ's stage costume

Cell phone

Personality and abilities

Core personality: Hard worker
Detailed personality: Bashful and prone to shyness around people, but kind and calm on the inside. Has burning passion for idol activities and spares no effort. Likes children and is considerate of those around her. Not good at speaking but a good listener.
Keywords: Shy

Gentle

Hard worker

Kind

Bashful

Sincere

Modest

Idol otaku
Talents: Tenacity

Singing ability improvement

Devoted support ability

Listening ability
Skills: Idol performance

Singing

Dancing

Communication that calms those around
Motivation: Gain confidence as a school idol and spread the appeal of Otonokizaka Academy. Also has a strong desire to change herself.
Habits: Becomes talkative about idols. Sometimes speaks softly due to tension.
Favorite foods: White rice, Cheesecake, Sweets
Hobbies: Idol watching, Drawing, Music appreciation
Favorite colors: Pink, White
Favorite places: Otonokizaka Academy, Her own room

History

Backstory: Bashful in middle school, admired idols but lacked courage to act. Half-forcibly invited by Rin to join μ's. Moved by Kotori's kindness with the band-aid she applied, decided to join and grew as an idol through continued effort. Only child, but manga version has a brother setting.
Debut date: 2010-06
Work title: Love Live!
Media type: Manga

μ's Formation

Significant event: μ's Formation
Description: Formed school idol group μ's together with Rin, Honoka, and others.

Love Live! First Live

Significant event: Love Live! First Live
Description: Participated in the first live and took a step toward her dream.

TV Anime Appearance

Significant event: TV Anime Appearance
Description: Featured in the 2013 TV anime Season 1 with voice acting by her voice actress.

Movie Release

Significant event: Movie Release
Description: Appeared as a main member in the 2015 movie.

School Idol Festival Participation

Significant event: School Idol Festival Participation
Description: Participated in smartphone game and events to engage with fans.

Relationships

Brother

Sibling

Brother exists only in manga setting. Generally calm family relationship.

Hoshizora Rin

Best friend

Childhood friend; joined μ's due to Rin's forceful invitation. Best friends supporting each other.

Kosaka Honoka

Teammate

Co-founding member of μ's, active together. Influenced by Honoka's cheerfulness.

Minami Kotori

Teammate

Cooperate on costumes and lives. Helped by Kotori's kindness.

μ's

μ's: unknown

Printemps

Printemps: unknown

Media appearances

Love Live!

Manga / Protagonist

Serialized from January 2012 issue

Love Live! TV Anime Series

Anime / Protagonist

Season 1 (2013), Season 2 (2014)

Love Live! The School Idol Movie

Movie / Protagonist

Released June 13, 2015

Love Live! School Idol Festival

Game / Protagonist

Ongoing since 2013

Love Live! School idol paradise