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Otoya Ittoki, a vibrant student at Saotame Academy and member of idol group ST☆RISH, sports bright red hair and eyes, with a casual, approachable demeanor matching his 175 cm stature. Born April 11, his childhood was shadowed by loss: his mother’s presumed death in a plane crash led him to an orphanage, though she later resurfaces alive yet amnesiac. His biological father, Shining Saotome, remained absent for years. After his mother’s disappearance, his adoptive maternal aunt raised him until her health-related death, deepening his fears of abandonment, which he masked behind cheerfulness.
Energetic and optimistic, Otoya thrives on music and forging connections. He defends classmate Haruka during their entrance exam, sparking a bond that fuels collaborative songwriting. His dynamic with roommate Tokiya Ichinose shifts from intimidation by Tokiya’s technical prowess to rivalry tempered by mutual respect, each pushing the other’s growth. Emotional cracks emerge during a duet project, forcing Otoya to confront buried traumas, particularly his terror of losing loved ones.
A skilled soccer player, he channels athletic agility into performances, wielding a guitar for upbeat, heartfelt songs that clash with his hidden fear of heights from a childhood fall. Struggling with self-doubt beside peers like Tokiya, he learns to transmute raw emotion into music. A near-confession to Haruka, thwarted by the academy’s no-romance rule, underscores his tension between personal longing and professional discipline.
Later arcs reveal family truths—his mother’s survival and father’s identity—which he reconciles to fortify his idol resolve. Evolving from cheerful façades to vulnerable honesty, he deepens ties with ST☆RISH and Haruka. The film *Maji Love ST☆RISH Tours* spotlights his unifying concert presence, blending positivity with dedication.
Favoring curry yet loathing green peppers and black coffee, he treasures a rosary from his adoptive mother. Despite scars, he uplifts others, revisiting his orphanage to inspire children. His journey weaves personal healing with artistic evolution, cementing him as a compassionate idol who champions emotional authenticity in life and melody.
Energetic and optimistic, Otoya thrives on music and forging connections. He defends classmate Haruka during their entrance exam, sparking a bond that fuels collaborative songwriting. His dynamic with roommate Tokiya Ichinose shifts from intimidation by Tokiya’s technical prowess to rivalry tempered by mutual respect, each pushing the other’s growth. Emotional cracks emerge during a duet project, forcing Otoya to confront buried traumas, particularly his terror of losing loved ones.
A skilled soccer player, he channels athletic agility into performances, wielding a guitar for upbeat, heartfelt songs that clash with his hidden fear of heights from a childhood fall. Struggling with self-doubt beside peers like Tokiya, he learns to transmute raw emotion into music. A near-confession to Haruka, thwarted by the academy’s no-romance rule, underscores his tension between personal longing and professional discipline.
Later arcs reveal family truths—his mother’s survival and father’s identity—which he reconciles to fortify his idol resolve. Evolving from cheerful façades to vulnerable honesty, he deepens ties with ST☆RISH and Haruka. The film *Maji Love ST☆RISH Tours* spotlights his unifying concert presence, blending positivity with dedication.
Favoring curry yet loathing green peppers and black coffee, he treasures a rosary from his adoptive mother. Despite scars, he uplifts others, revisiting his orphanage to inspire children. His journey weaves personal healing with artistic evolution, cementing him as a compassionate idol who champions emotional authenticity in life and melody.