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Aoi Kiriya is a sharp-minded young woman with light skin, wavy cobalt-blue hair styled in a side ponytail secured by a light blue scrunchie, and vivid blue eyes, occasionally accentuated by glasses. When loose, her hair cascades past her shoulders. Renowned as the "Idol Professor" for her encyclopedic expertise and flawless score on Starlight School’s idol theory entrance exam—outshining 1,000 applicants—she combines intellectual rigor with a passion for idol culture.

Raised in traditional arts like piano, violin, and calligraphy, she pivoted to idol pursuits after admiring their liberating energy. Her persuasive encouragement led childhood friend Ichigo Hoshimiya to audition for Starlight School, forging their shared path as roommates and founding members of the unit Soleil alongside Ran Shibuki. Together, they tackled competitions, formed the subunit 2wingS, and navigated the industry’s highs and lows.

Aoi balances maturity, quiet determination, and perfectionism, mentoring Ichigo while privately grappling with insecurities about their futures. Her enthusiasm for idols manifests in a vast network for securing rare merchandise or event access, and she unabashedly champions Ichigo as her "number one fan." Though poised, she confronts self-doubt, as seen during a high-stakes constellation appeal competition against rival Seira, where she reclaimed confidence through resilience.

Transitioning from student to professional idol, she headlined projects like the "Naughty Detectives" drama and film, showcasing her versatility. By the events of "Aikatsu! 10th Story ~Mirai e no Starway~," at age 22, she collaborates with Ichigo and Ran to strategize post-graduation careers, underscoring her evolution into a seasoned performer.

Her closest bonds include Ichigo, whom she supports fiercely, and Ran, whose initial aloofness melted into mutual respect. During the Partners Cup, she teamed with Kī, blending their expertise to mentor peers. Aoi favors sandwiches and leeks, avoids spicy foods, and popularized the catchphrase "Odayaka janai" ("This isn’t ordinary"), frequently echoed by others.

Ranked among the industry’s elite, she placed second in the Starlight Queen Cup and secured top-eight status in later arcs. Her performances feature evolving blue-themed aesthetics, with stage auras incorporating stars and snowflakes—visual metaphors for her continuous growth and adaptability.