TV-Series
Description
Rantaro Kiyama is a supporting character in the anime Beyblade Burst God and appears across several seasons of the Beyblade Burst franchise. In the Japanese version he is nicknamed Kumicho, meaning boss or gang leader, while the English version calls him the Head Honcho, or Honcho for short, a label that matches his confident, self-styled tough image. He is easy to recognize: he is tall and fair skinned for his age, with blonde hair worn in a pompadour, brown eyes, and a bandage across the bridge of his nose. He is almost always seen with an orange and red lollipop in his mouth, and he frequently carries a large white paper fan, accessories that add to his theatrical presence.
Originally based in Japan, Rantaro is associated with the Beigoma Academy BeyClub, where he built his reputation as a passionate blader. During the events of Beyblade Burst God, he becomes connected to BC Sol, a renowned Beyblade team based in Barcelona, Spain, which has a history of success in world-level team competition. He operates as a first-string member of that club and competes on the international stage alongside his close friend Valt Aoi. He is also the older brother of Ranjiro Kiyama and the cousin of Ranzo Kiyama, though these family connections become more prominent in later parts of the series.
Personality-wise, Rantaro is naturally honest and wears his emotions openly, whether he is overjoyed, upset, or furious, so the people around him always know exactly how he is feeling. He wants very much to be seen as a tough guy and behaves in a loud, boisterous, and occasionally overbearing way, but underneath this exterior he is genuinely kind hearted and sensitive, a big softie who cares deeply about his friends and teammates. He has a strong sense of justice, dislikes nonsense, and approaches Beyblade with sincere enthusiasm and respect, all traits that make him dependable company even when his ego gets the better of him.
His motivations center on becoming a stronger blader, proving himself as a tough and honorable competitor, and supporting the people he cares about, particularly his lifelong friend Valt. In the story of Beyblade Burst God, he serves as a steady companion and teammate, providing encouragement and comic energy while also taking his battles seriously and pushing himself to keep up with the high-level competition he faces in Spain and abroad. His presence helps ground the main cast, and his straightforward approach to rivalry and friendship keeps the group dynamic lively.
Rantaro shares his closest relationship with Valt Aoi, with whom he has a friendship built on mutual respect, shared passion, and a history of pushing each other to improve. He is also close to the other members of the Beigoma Academy BeyClub and later bonds with his BC Sol colleagues. A defining moment in his personal story is his decision to pass his original Beyblade, Raging Roktavor, down to his younger brother Ranjiro rather than simply replacing it, an act that shows his generosity and his respect for the bonds formed through Beyblade. In later appearances, he matures into a wiser veteran figure, offering advice to younger bladers and teaching them about the importance of training, rest, and looking out for one another.
Over the course of the franchise, Rantaro develops from a boastful, emotional local boss figure into a more composed and dependable senior blader. His growth is visible not only in his improved skill but in his willingness to take on a supportive and mentoring role, and in the calm confidence he shows as he continues competing at high levels. Though he remains loud and theatrical, his experiences in international competition and his relationships with his brother, friends, and teammates round him out into a loyal and mature competitor.
As a blader, Rantaro is highly capable, having competed at the national level in Japan and then as a first-stringer for an internationally successful Spanish club. His signature Beyblades belong to the Roktavor line, beginning with Raging Roktavor, which he later hands down to Ranjiro, and he adopts newer models in following seasons, including Roktavor R3 and Glide Roktavor in later installments. His battle style reflects his personality in its directness and energy, and his reputation as a durable, dependable team player makes him a valuable asset in single battles and team formats alike.
Originally based in Japan, Rantaro is associated with the Beigoma Academy BeyClub, where he built his reputation as a passionate blader. During the events of Beyblade Burst God, he becomes connected to BC Sol, a renowned Beyblade team based in Barcelona, Spain, which has a history of success in world-level team competition. He operates as a first-string member of that club and competes on the international stage alongside his close friend Valt Aoi. He is also the older brother of Ranjiro Kiyama and the cousin of Ranzo Kiyama, though these family connections become more prominent in later parts of the series.
Personality-wise, Rantaro is naturally honest and wears his emotions openly, whether he is overjoyed, upset, or furious, so the people around him always know exactly how he is feeling. He wants very much to be seen as a tough guy and behaves in a loud, boisterous, and occasionally overbearing way, but underneath this exterior he is genuinely kind hearted and sensitive, a big softie who cares deeply about his friends and teammates. He has a strong sense of justice, dislikes nonsense, and approaches Beyblade with sincere enthusiasm and respect, all traits that make him dependable company even when his ego gets the better of him.
His motivations center on becoming a stronger blader, proving himself as a tough and honorable competitor, and supporting the people he cares about, particularly his lifelong friend Valt. In the story of Beyblade Burst God, he serves as a steady companion and teammate, providing encouragement and comic energy while also taking his battles seriously and pushing himself to keep up with the high-level competition he faces in Spain and abroad. His presence helps ground the main cast, and his straightforward approach to rivalry and friendship keeps the group dynamic lively.
Rantaro shares his closest relationship with Valt Aoi, with whom he has a friendship built on mutual respect, shared passion, and a history of pushing each other to improve. He is also close to the other members of the Beigoma Academy BeyClub and later bonds with his BC Sol colleagues. A defining moment in his personal story is his decision to pass his original Beyblade, Raging Roktavor, down to his younger brother Ranjiro rather than simply replacing it, an act that shows his generosity and his respect for the bonds formed through Beyblade. In later appearances, he matures into a wiser veteran figure, offering advice to younger bladers and teaching them about the importance of training, rest, and looking out for one another.
Over the course of the franchise, Rantaro develops from a boastful, emotional local boss figure into a more composed and dependable senior blader. His growth is visible not only in his improved skill but in his willingness to take on a supportive and mentoring role, and in the calm confidence he shows as he continues competing at high levels. Though he remains loud and theatrical, his experiences in international competition and his relationships with his brother, friends, and teammates round him out into a loyal and mature competitor.
As a blader, Rantaro is highly capable, having competed at the national level in Japan and then as a first-stringer for an internationally successful Spanish club. His signature Beyblades belong to the Roktavor line, beginning with Raging Roktavor, which he later hands down to Ranjiro, and he adopts newer models in following seasons, including Roktavor R3 and Glide Roktavor in later installments. His battle style reflects his personality in its directness and energy, and his reputation as a durable, dependable team player makes him a valuable asset in single battles and team formats alike.