Haruhiko Beppu is one of the main characters from the anime "Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE!". He is Akihiko Beppu’s younger twin brother. Haruhiko is known for his sharp tongue and his childlike way of showing dislike when things don’t go his way. He stands out because of his unique hairstyle, thick eyebrows, and red eyes. He loves things like bonsai, gardening, and horse riding. Though he often makes harsh comments, he can also show a caring side. He works together with his brother as an idol and uses the name "Salty Sol" when he transforms.
Haruhiko has a special hairstyle, with his bangs swept to his right side when facing forward.
His eyebrows are thick and his eyes are a bright shade of red.
He often wears a scarf, tied like a necktie.
Compared to his brother Akihiko, their main differences are Haruhiko’s thicker eyebrows and redder eyes.
He usually appears with Akihiko, and they look almost identical except for these small details.
Haruhiko can be rude and speaks harshly, using words like “Lame”, “Hate it!”, and “Trash”.
He likes to make fun of others but his insults often sound childish.
Even though he acts tough, he shows his feelings on his face when he doesn’t like something.
He releases stress by working on bonsai trees, which shows a more playful side.
Haruhiko is also able to be serious and listen to others, like when he listened to an Italian student talk about wanting chest hair.
Haruhiko is in the second year at Binan High School.
He is a transfer student, arriving as an exchange student, and replaces the previous “Conquest Club” who left to study abroad.
He lives in a movie theater building across from Kurotama Bathhouse, which looks very fancy.
Both Haruhiko and Akihiko work as idols, making them talented and popular with a lot of charisma.
Character Data
Grade: 2nd year
Birthday: August 21
Blood Type: AB
Hobbies: Bonsai, gardening, horse riding
Favorite food: Rice balls
Least favorite food: Carrots
Zodiac: Leo
Haruhiko transforms into "Salty Sol" as part of the idol group "Galaxy Idol: The VEPPer".
"Salty" means sharp-tongued and "Sol" means "sun" in Italian.
He fights against the Battle Lovers using his powers and creates monsters.
He performs and sings with Akihiko during their transformation.
Haruhiko is very close with his twin brother Akihiko Beppu.
They call each other “Aki” and “Haru” and often hold hands or lean on each other, showing a very strong bond.
Both of them dislike the Earth Defense Club, especially Yumoto Hakone.
For example, Haruhiko once crushed a discount coupon given by Yumoto.
However, he shows a lot of interest and even admiration for Yumoto’s older brother, Gōra Hakone.
- "I seriously don’t like it."
- "Trash."
- "Lame."
- "Hate it!"
Arrival at Binan High School
Haruhiko appears in season two of "Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE!".
He comes to Binan High as an exchange student after the members of the "Conquest Club" go overseas.
He quickly becomes a rival to the Earth Defense Club.
Idol Activities with Akihiko
Haruhiko and Akihiko act as a popular idol duo.
They sing their theme song “☆Star☆The☆VEPPer☆” and their idol activities become part of their magical powers.
As "Galaxy Idol: The VEPPer," they use their songs to transform into heroes and create trouble for the Earth Defense Club.
Everyday Life
Haruhiko lives with Akihiko in a large, luxurious theater building.
He is sometimes seen caring for his bonsai when he is upset.
He and his brother are always together, making them hard to tell apart except for a few tiny style points.
Conflicts and Rivalries
Haruhiko and Akihiko are determined to defeat the Earth Defense Club.
Haruhiko especially dislikes Yumoto Hakone but is seen being friendlier to Gōra Hakone.
He often uses strong, funny insults against the Earth Defense Club in their battles and everyday meetings.
Haruhiko's childish way of speaking makes his harsh comments sound funny instead of scary.
He can change from being very mean to quite caring, depending on the situation.
He looks up to his brother Akihiko, but they both act tough and work together well.
Haruhiko and Akihiko’s main differences are the way they style their bangs, their eyebrow thickness, and their eye color.
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