Ume Kujyo is the confident and energetic vocalist and guitarist of 4U, a band in Tokyo 7th Sisters; her story centers on rivalry, personal growth, and overcoming the pain of the past to find true joy in music and friendship.
Ume Kujyo is 16 years old.
Her birthday is August 30, making her a Virgo.
She has a height of 156 cm and weighs 43 kg.
Her body measurements are B88 / W57 / H80.
Her blood type is B.
Ume is often seen with stylish makeup and enjoys collecting cosmetic goods.
She is known for a cute and self-confident style, brightening up any stage she steps on.
Ume is proud, willful, and plays up her "cute and bratty" persona.
She frequently claims to be a "genius beauty" and delights in being at the center of attention.
Despite her outward bravado, she is sensitive about her past and fiercely protective of her band mates.
She sometimes pretends to come from a wealthy family, but rumors hint she actually grew up in poverty.
Ume's stubbornness and competitive spirit drive her, but she hides moments of vulnerability.
She has difficulty showing her true feelings, making friendship a complex experience for her.
Ume is a student at Amayuri High School and the vocalist and guitarist of the band 4U.
Her real nickname is "Ume," and her voice actress is Mami Yamashita.
As a middle school student, Ume was shy and overlooked, called "plain girl" by classmates.
Her only friend during this period became Emoko Wanibuchi, who first spoke to her in a lonely classroom.
Ume discovered her passion for music after seeing a Tokyo 7th Sisters music video at a local instrument store.
Music transformed Ume, giving her confidence and helping her make friends, but all this changed when Tokyo 7th Sisters disbanded.
She returned to solitude, grieving the loss and blaming idols—especially Nicole Nanasaki—for her heartbreak.
Determined to overcome idol culture, Ume turned to rock and recruited Emoko Wanibuchi and Hina Saeki to form 4U.
Ume's special skill is guitar and vocal performance.
She is a natural on stage and expresses strong energy when performing live.
Ume is known for her unique charisma, blending cuteness and assertiveness into memorable shows.
She is passionate about cosmetics, reflecting in her stylish self-presentation.
Ume has a close and complicated friendship with Emoko Wanibuchi, her first real friend whom she recruited for 4U.
Hina Saeki is another cherished band mate, knowing Ume's reasons for rejecting idols.
Although she once hated Nicole Nanasaki, Ume's rivalry fuels her motivation.
Her connection with Kasukabe Haru evolves from antagonism to respect and genuine friendship.
As she grows, Ume exchanges contact information, marking her first real friends outside of the band.
Ume's ostentatious claim of being a rich girl is actually self-invented—she's rumored to be from a poor background.
She calls Haru "Kasukabe," using surnames instead of first names.
Ume has a habit of being overly dramatic and competitive, sometimes not understanding pop culture references, such as mistaking "Shakespeare" for a play name.
She prefers communication by email but is shy about exchanging contact information.
Ume's liking for collecting cosmetic goods reflects her interest in beauty and self-expression.
"Don’t you think Ume is truly a genius beauty?"
Her self-confidence is both a shield and a driving force.
Before 4U
As a middle school student, Ume was overlooked and lonely, unrecognized even by classmates.
Her only friend during this difficult time became Emoko Wanibuchi, who reached out to her with candid, if slightly harsh, kindness.
After seeing Tokyo 7th Sisters' music video, Ume found a new passion for idols, making her brighter and more sociable.
Just as life seemed to improve, Tokyo 7th Sisters' dissolution shattered her world and she fell back into isolation.
Creating 4U – Revenge Against Idols
Devastated by her newfound loneliness, Ume developed a grudge against idols and Nicole Nanasaki.
She vowed to "destroy idols" with real music—rock—and persuaded Emoko Wanibuchi and later Hina Saeki to join her band.
Her rivalry with idols drove the early style of 4U, channeling her anger and heartbreak into music.
Rivalry and Defeat
Ume repeatedly challenged the idols of Nanastar for supremacy but lost every time.
In one pivotal showdown, her belief in rock was shaken when the audience cheered equally for both idols and 4U.
Frustrated by being treated as equal to the "fake" idols she hated, Ume lashed out in defeat and alienated even her own fans.
Lonely again, Ume came to realize that what truly mattered was the joy of making music with Emoko and Hina.
Realization and Restoration
With encouragement from her friends and the members of Nanastar, Ume acknowledged that her band, and the time shared making music, were not illusions but her source of real happiness.
Choosing to band together for the sake of her friends and fans, Ume cast aside revenge and began performing out of love for music.
Friendship and Growth
"Hello my friend" marks the emotional reunion and renewed bond among the 4U band.
Subsequent event stories show Ume gaining respect for rivals and becoming friendlier with Haru and the Nanastar girls.
She slowly builds new friendships, even if a bit awkward about it, and finally exchanges contact information with Haru after their second live event—showing her first steps beyond the safety of her band circle.
Later Developments
Ume’s competitive antics continue, especially around rival group Karakuri, but she slowly learns to balance rivalry and friendship.
Her story is woven with personal growth, a changing view of what makes music meaningful, and lighthearted moments that endear her to fans.
Ume makes notable appearances in special events, drama CDs, and live performances with 4U and other groups.
Her transformation from a lonely fan to a charismatic front-woman is a highlight of Tokyo 7th Sisters.
Ume’s journey is all about finding confidence, sharing music, and building lasting friendships through hardship and hope.
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