Hello, Happy World! is portrayed as a unique band in "BanG Dream!", formed on a whim by Tsurumaki Kokoro. Their concept is to bring smiles and happiness to the world, but their ideas and actions never fail to astound fans. We'll be taking a closer look at the members and their appeal, so be sure to check it out!
What kind of band is Hello, Happy World!? What's their appeal?
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Dressed in marching band-like outfits, Hello, Happy World! plays music that lifts the hearts of listeners. Formed by Kokoro Tsurumaki with the goal of "making the world smile," the band's members are diverse, with some joining because they shared the same vision and others being coerced into joining. The band also features a DJ, so we'll be sharing more about the members and their charms♪
Vo: Kokoro Tsurumaki
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Kokoro Tsurumaki, the vocalist of Hello, Happy World!, is a first-year student at Hanasakigawa Girls' Academy. She is a young lady born into an incredibly wealthy family, and although she doesn't use honorific language when speaking with upperclassmen, her bright and innocent demeanor is what makes her most charming. The reason she started the band was because she wanted to "make the whole world smile," and when she met Seta Kaoru, Kitazawa Hagumi, Matsubara Kanon, and Okusawa Misaki, she almost forcefully persuaded them to join the band.
Kokoro Tsurumaki, also known as the "Otherworldly Dimension of Hanasakigawa"
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Kokoro Tsurumaki is not only high-energy, but also noticeably strange, saying and doing things that are often referred to as "Otherworldly Dimension of Hanasakigawa" at school. Fellow member Okusawa Misaki also found it troublesome to get caught up in her actions and avoided her, but after starting to work as Michelle, she was drawn to Tsurumaki Kokoro's charm and actions. She has such a mysterious power that it makes you think she could make "the world smile."
Innocent but with a keen eye for observation
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Although Tsurumaki Kokoro stands out as innocent and impulsive, she also possesses a keen eye for observation, able to tell at a glance that someone is working as a writer. He doesn't act on impulse alone, but rather seems to carefully observe and consider what is necessary before acting, so he is not someone who can be judged by appearances alone. He comes from a wealthy family, and his ability to judge people may have been inherited from his parents.
Gt: Kaoru Seta
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Kaoru Seta, a second-year student at Haneoka Girls' Academy High School, plays guitar in Hello, Happy World! and is a member of the school's drama club. Her classmates include Lisa Imai of Roselia and Hina Hikawa of Pastel Palettes. He often uses words from famous people such as Shakespeare and Goethe, but he doesn't seem to really know the meaning of these words himself, and often gets away with it by simply using the word "fleeting."
Shirasagi Chisato and her family are friends.
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Shirasagi Chisato from Pastel Palettes is a character who works as an actress. However, she is childhood friends with Seta Kaoru, and it has been revealed that they are family friends. Seta Kaoru usually behaves coolly, but Shirasagi Chisato knows her background and the events of her childhood, so it could be said that she has a hold on her weaknesses. When Shirasagi Chisato makes a slightly sarcastic remark, she flinches in a way that she doesn't usually do, making for a precious moment.
Seta Kaoru: A Big Hit with Girls
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Seta Kaoru, a member of the drama club, has played leading roles in various productions. Chisato Shirasagi even described her as "a genius who can play any role." Her acting seems to have captivated many women, with Poppin Party's Ushigome Rimi and Afterglow's Uehara Himari appearing to be crazy about her. With beautiful looks that rival any man's, it's not uncommon for women to faint when they're in her presence, making her one of the most popular characters in "BanG Dream!".
Ba: Hagumi Kitazawa
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Hagumi Kitazawa, the bassist for Hello, Happy World!, is a first-year student at Hanasakigawa Girls' Academy, where she is classmates with Kasumi Toyama and Eve Wakamiya. She is a skilled player, serving as captain and ace of the local softball team, suggesting she has excellent athletic ability. Her family owns the Kitazawa Butcher Shop in the shopping district, and she's also acquainted with Saya Yamabuki of Yamabuki Bakery, which is located in the same shopping district.
She's childhood friends with Kasumi Toyama
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She's classmate with Kasumi Toyama of Poppin Party, but it's been revealed that the two were actually childhood friends. They were not aware of each other's existence until they ended up in the same class, but when Kitazawa Hagumi heard her self-introduction on the day of the entrance ceremony, she noticed her and they were reunited after a long time. Kitazawa Hagumi also calls Toyama Kasumi "Ka-kun" and appears to call other characters by unique nicknames as well.
The reason she started playing bass is because it has two fewer strings
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Hagu Kitazawa is also a member of the softball team and participates in Hello, Happy World!, led by Kokoro Tsurumaki. She plays bass, and she readily agreed, saying, "It seems easier to play with fewer strings than a guitar." However, the bass is a surprisingly difficult instrument to play, and Kitazawa Hagumi has repeatedly practiced the bass even in the midst of softball practice, and has grown to the point where she can play it, which shows that she is a skilled and enthusiastic person.
Dr: Kanon Matsubara
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Kaon Matsubara is a second-year student at Hanasakigawa Girls' Academy. She is depicted getting along well with her classmate, Chisato Shirasagi. In Hello, Happy World!, she plays the drums, and as a former member of the brass band, she is also the only member who can play the instrument properly. Matsubara Kanon is known for being shy and timid, but Tsurumaki Kokoro says she is the most courageous member of the band, and it seems that her words give her some confidence.
Her tendency to get caught up in things leads her to join a band
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Kanon Matsubara had originally been thinking about quitting drumming, and was on her way to sell her drum set at a music store. However, she happened upon Kokoro Tsurumaki looking for band members, and was forced into joining Hello, Happy World! From then on, whenever Kokoro Tsurumaki's ideas, Kaoru Seta, and Hagumi Kitazawa worked together, they would get caught up in the action and face trouble and problems.
Struggling to keep the band together with Misaki Okusawa
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Hello, Happy World! Matsubara Kanon is probably the only one among the group with common sense, but she struggles to keep the band together with her junior colleague, Okusawa Misaki, who looks after her. As someone with experience playing instruments, she is driven above all by the feeling that "I have to do my best!" and does her best for the band. However, she is often intimidated by Tsurumaki Kokoro's forcefulness, and ends up spinning her wheels and often having to be saved by Okusawa Misaki.
DJ: Misaki Okusawa (Michelle)
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Michelle, also known as Misaki Okusawa, is a first-year student at Hanasakigawa Girls' Academy. Although she is classmates with Kokoro Tsurumaki, she avoids interacting with her. However, while wearing a Michelle costume for a part-time job, she is captured by Kokoro Tsurumaki and becomes a member of her band. Although she hated it at first, she gradually got used to being Michelle, and it became so ingrained that she instinctively hid when she encountered children in the shopping district.
The idea that Michelle is Misaki Okusawa has not yet been fully established.
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As you can see, Michelle is a fictional character, as she is a costumed mascot. However, Kokoro Tsurumaki, Kaoru Seta, and Hagumi Kitazawa all recognize her as "Michelle." So, in an attempt to reveal her true identity for the first time, she removes her head in front of the three girls, which immediately leads them to ask, "Where has Michelle gone?" and go searching for her. From then on, Okusawa Misaki gives up on coming out about her true identity and decides to remain Michelle.
Trusted by Kokoro Tsurumaki's Special Agents
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Misaki Okusawa is considered the sixth Hello Happy member by Kokoro Tsurumaki, and she is well-recognized by Kanon Matsubara and Kokoro Tsurumaki's Special Agents. Above all, the SPs have asked her to continue being Michelle in front of Tsurumaki Kokoro, and she appears to be extremely trusted by them. As a result, the SPs provide as much support as possible to Misaki Okusawa, such as improving the breathability of the costume, and Misaki Okusawa is shown to be grateful for their thoughtful attention to detail.
Make the world a happier place! Hello, Happy World!
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Hello Happy, also known as Hello, Happy World!, was formed by Kokoro Tsurumaki to achieve her goal of "making the world smile." Kaoru Seta and Hagumi Kitazawa share this vision, while Kanon Matsubara and Misaki Okusawa have joined the band by accident. Still, the band remains united and performs at live music venues. It seems the members even get together to discuss songwriting, demonstrating their strong bond.
They're extremely popular at hospitals, children's groups, and other venues!
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In addition to performing at live music venues, Hello, Happy World! also frequently performs in front of children, including at hospitals. These aspects give the impression that they are an unusual band, and above all, it seems that the presence of their mascot, Michelle, is what has made them so popular. In fact, it is Michelle who is popular with children, and as they continue to perform, Hello, Happy World! gradually gains popularity, especially among children, and becomes famous.
Her eccentric behavior has even caught the attention of fans.
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Kokoro Tsurumaki's unexpected behavior not only surprised Kanon Matsubara and Misaki Okusawa, but it's no exaggeration to say it has stunned all BanG Dreamers. In-game events include detective work on a luxury cruise ship, and the SPs taking action to make Tsurumaki Kokoro's ideas come true, demonstrating her great power. It's expected that not only Tsurumaki Kokoro but also other Hello Happy members will appear in the second season of the anime, so we can't wait to see their outlandish remarks and actions.
What kind of music does Hello, Happy World! play?
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Hello, Happy World! has a marching band-like visual, but what kind of music do they actually produce? Hello, Happy World! performs many covers of famous anime songs in the game, but let's take a look at some of their original songs. Be sure to check out Hello, Happy World!'s music, a unique presence within the "BanG Dream!" community.
Egao no Orchestra!
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Hello, Happy World!'s debut song, "Egao no Orchestra!", is a fun song that perfectly captures the band's concept. This song is filled with Tsurumaki Kokoro's desire to "make the world smile," and I'm sure many people will find themselves smiling just by listening to it. The B-side song, "Happiness! Happy Magical♪," is also an uplifting song, so be sure to check it out!
Go! Go!? Phantom Thief!
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Their second single, "Go! Gokai!? Phantom Thief!", is a song that weaves together Hello Happy's unique worldview. While the A-side song gets all the attention, the B-side also includes "YAPPY! SCHOOL CARNIVAL☆彡," a commemorative track created to celebrate their #1 ranking in a user poll. Either way, the track embodies Hello Happy's fun worldview, and no matter which track you listen to, you're sure to feel happy!
Hello, Happy World! Enjoy the unique worldview of Hello, Happy World! ♪
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We've summarized the members and appeal of Hello, Happy World!. What do you think? Born from the idea of Kokoro Tsurumaki, this band, while each member has their own unique aspirations, is striving toward their goal of "bringing smiles to the world." This band is filled with characters with strong personalities and quirks, even among the characters in "BanG Dream!", so perhaps their greatest appeal is that they can be enjoyed just through conversation.
