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Akihiko Kaji possesses a tall, athletic build at 184 cm, sharp facial features, green eyes from his English grandfather, and short spiky blond hair. His multiple facial piercings on ears, lips, and tongue contribute to an initially intimidating look, contrasting his noted popularity. He favors a casual yet effortlessly cool style, frequently seen in loose sweaters, slim-fit jeans, and minimalist footwear.
Born October 21st (Libra, blood type A), Akihiko experienced an independent upbringing marked by financial instability due to his musician father living in Europe and his mother living separately. He survives on discarded convenience store food. Childhood training included karate and violin; the violin became central to his identity. He later majored in violin performance at Keio University, attended by bandmate Haruki Nakayama. A childhood choking incident on a rice cake left him with a lasting fear of them.
Akihiko's personality mixes outward confidence with inner vulnerability. Superficially laid-back, charismatic, and quick-witted, he often offers romantic advice. Beneath this, he struggles with emotional repression, self-destructive chain-smoking, and a pattern of toxic relationships. Deep-seated insecurities include an inferiority complex towards ex-boyfriend Ugetsu Murata, a violin prodigy whose talent once made Akihiko abandon violin. Despite flaws, he shows protectiveness and loyalty, especially towards bandmates, gradually learning to express his feelings.
A multi-instrumentalist proficient in violin, drums, guitar, and bass, Akihiko began violin training young, achieving national competition success in high school. Disillusionment with classical music during his relationship with Ugetsu shifted his focus to drums, leading him first to a heavy metal band, then to become drummer for Given (originally The Seasons). His eclectic tastes span classical, metal, ambient, and experimental genres. He later returns to competitive violin in university. Music serves as his primary emotional outlet, with performances described as deeply sensitive and expressive.
Akihiko's story centers on relationships and emotional growth. His high-school romance with Ugetsu evolved into a co-dependent, destructive dynamic that persisted even after their breakup as they continued living together, highlighting his difficulty establishing boundaries and letting go. His journey intensifies as he develops genuine feelings for band bassist Haruki. After Ugetsu kicks him out, Akihiko moves in with Haruki, leading to a tense sexual encounter born of unresolved emotions. He consciously works to improve himself, culminating in ending ties with Ugetsu and confessing his love to Haruki after a violin competition, marking his transition toward healthier relationships and self-acceptance.
Key developments include encouraging bandmate Ritsuka Uenoyama to mentor Mafuyu Sato, recognizing music's healing potential. During Given's live performances, Mafuyu's singing reignites Akihiko's passion for music, prompting self-reflection about his future. His commitment to the band solidifies as he prioritizes collective harmony over personal chaos, symbolizing his maturation.
Born October 21st (Libra, blood type A), Akihiko experienced an independent upbringing marked by financial instability due to his musician father living in Europe and his mother living separately. He survives on discarded convenience store food. Childhood training included karate and violin; the violin became central to his identity. He later majored in violin performance at Keio University, attended by bandmate Haruki Nakayama. A childhood choking incident on a rice cake left him with a lasting fear of them.
Akihiko's personality mixes outward confidence with inner vulnerability. Superficially laid-back, charismatic, and quick-witted, he often offers romantic advice. Beneath this, he struggles with emotional repression, self-destructive chain-smoking, and a pattern of toxic relationships. Deep-seated insecurities include an inferiority complex towards ex-boyfriend Ugetsu Murata, a violin prodigy whose talent once made Akihiko abandon violin. Despite flaws, he shows protectiveness and loyalty, especially towards bandmates, gradually learning to express his feelings.
A multi-instrumentalist proficient in violin, drums, guitar, and bass, Akihiko began violin training young, achieving national competition success in high school. Disillusionment with classical music during his relationship with Ugetsu shifted his focus to drums, leading him first to a heavy metal band, then to become drummer for Given (originally The Seasons). His eclectic tastes span classical, metal, ambient, and experimental genres. He later returns to competitive violin in university. Music serves as his primary emotional outlet, with performances described as deeply sensitive and expressive.
Akihiko's story centers on relationships and emotional growth. His high-school romance with Ugetsu evolved into a co-dependent, destructive dynamic that persisted even after their breakup as they continued living together, highlighting his difficulty establishing boundaries and letting go. His journey intensifies as he develops genuine feelings for band bassist Haruki. After Ugetsu kicks him out, Akihiko moves in with Haruki, leading to a tense sexual encounter born of unresolved emotions. He consciously works to improve himself, culminating in ending ties with Ugetsu and confessing his love to Haruki after a violin competition, marking his transition toward healthier relationships and self-acceptance.
Key developments include encouraging bandmate Ritsuka Uenoyama to mentor Mafuyu Sato, recognizing music's healing potential. During Given's live performances, Mafuyu's singing reignites Akihiko's passion for music, prompting self-reflection about his future. His commitment to the band solidifies as he prioritizes collective harmony over personal chaos, symbolizing his maturation.