Kawaragi Momoka

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Kawaragi Momoka (河原木桃香)
Alias(es)	Miss Momoka; mmk
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Togenashi Togeari; captain 64 68 470
Occupation/Role	Singer, guitarist, songwriter, band captain
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 37

Background / History

Momoka performs as a singer and guitarist in Tokyo, appearing onstage with a blue electric guitar. During one concert, she meets her fan Inoseri Nina and Sakurakoji Talent; she is caught off guard when Nina and Talent enthusiastically discuss her music while largely leaving the idol herself out of the conversation. 37 38

After concluding that her Tokyo music career is over, Momoka initially resolves to return to Asahikawa. Talent instead offers her and Nina residence at his Kawasaki house in exchange for maintaining it. Momoka struggles to accept the help, but agrees and redirects herself toward working on a new album. 40 42

Her connection with Nina becomes personal rather than merely artist-to-fan. Momoka gives Nina a signed ticket marked “Good luck!!” and writes “Give them the middle finger!” on Nina’s guitar, encouraging her during a difficult moment. 41

Momoka later assumes responsibility for rebuilding her musical career with Nina, Subaru, RUPA, and Tomo. The group eventually adopts the name Togenashi Togeari and begins pursuing professional opportunities through Talent’s support and connections. 64 66 470

Appearance

Momoka is 164 cm tall and carries herself with a cool, free-spirited style that Talent compares to that of a fashionable office worker. 148 239

• Has chestnut-gray long hair. 37
• Performs with a blue electric guitar. 37
• Wore a black hoodie and black pants during her concert appearance. 37
• Prefers loose, easy-to-move-in street-style clothing. 239

Personality

Momoka’s approachable offstage manner contrasts with her public idol image. She can be awkward about fan attention and uncomfortable accepting Talent’s expensive support, but she remains direct with people she trusts. 38 42

She is fiercely attached to music and finds compromise difficult. While recognizing her own self-doubt and troublesome nature, she refuses to abandon what she genuinely wants; this outlook lets her understand Nina’s refusal to deny her feelings. 64 68

As a captain, Momoka is selective about prospective members. She prioritizes musical skill and compatible artistic philosophy, rejects people who would disrupt the group’s unity, and does not want bandmates who treat music as a casual pastime or are interested only in debuting quickly. 66

Momoka drinks heavily and can become carefree, unsteady, and forgetful while intoxicated. After one drinking spree, she falls asleep in the bathtub and does not remember the previous evening the next morning. 64 65

Although she projects a relaxed and confident image, Momoka bears substantial pressure as Togenashi Togeari’s captain, guitarist, and composer. In particular, she fears that refusing current musical trends could cause the band to repeat the failure of Diamond Dust. 584

Abilities & Skills

Musical Performance

Momoka performs live as both a singer and guitarist.

• Sings at the microphone while playing electric guitar. 37
• Uses her own music to connect with and motivate Nina. 41 64
• Rehearses with Togenashi Togeari for major live appearances, including the Kawasaki Leap Festival. 749

Band Leadership

Momoka takes responsibility for assembling and directing her band despite doubting her own leadership.

• Personally asks Nina to form a band with her. 64
• Plans for Anwa Subaru to serve as the drummer. 61
• Is recognized by Talent as the band’s captain. 68
• Considers the group’s long-term direction rather than treating it as a casual project. 68
• Evaluates potential recruits according to their ability, philosophy, and potential effect on the band’s unity. 66
• Leads Togenashi Togeari through its uncertain transition toward professional activity. 470 749

Songwriting

• Works on new music and is seen attempting to compose on her phone. 42 68
• Serves as the band’s composer as well as its guitarist and captain. 584
• Struggles with whether to incorporate popular melodic styles into the group’s music, largely because of her fear of repeating Diamond Dust’s past failure. 584

Equipment / Items

• Blue electric guitar — Her primary performance instrument; later bears the message “Give them the middle finger!” written for Nina. 37 41
• Cracked phone — Used to keep in contact with Nina and Talent. 62

Relationships

• Inoseri Nina — Former fan who becomes Momoka’s bandmate. Momoka values Nina’s voice and emotional honesty, personally persuading her to join the band. 38 41 64
• Sakurakoji Talent — Her wealthy fan and the band’s manager. He provides housing and resources, while Momoka alternates between gratitude, suspicion, teasing familiarity, and discomfort with his actions. Their relationship becomes intimate, though Momoka remains uncertain when Talent proposes dating. Despite their intimacy and mutual attraction, they remain in an ambiguous state closer than friendship but not formally lovers. 42 64 149 239 241 470 747 749
• Anwa Subaru — Intended drummer and bandmate. Momoka is concerned when Subaru abruptly claims she wants to quit, though she tries to understand the circumstances behind it. 61 149 153
• RUPA — Bassist recruited after overhearing Momoka and Talent discuss the band’s need for a bassist. RUPA’s confession to and kiss of Talent introduces further romantic tension into Momoka’s already ambiguous relationship with him. 66 586 749
• Ebizuka Tomo — Keyboardist associated with RUPA and later a bandmate. Momoka notices Talent’s teasing has upset her and confronts him over it. 66 151
• Diamond Dust — A rival band whose past failure continues to influence Momoka’s songwriting anxieties. Togenashi Togeari intends to confront them on the Kawasaki Leap Festival’s main stage. 584 749

Story Role / Major Arcs

Formation of the Band

After rebuilding her life in Kawasaki, Momoka asks Nina to make music with her. Nina accepts after Momoka openly affirms that she loves her singing voice; Talent is subsequently accepted as the group’s manager. 64

Momoka and Talent then seek additional members, discussing the need for a bassist and keyboardist at Yoshinoya. RUPA approaches them after overhearing the conversation, creating the opening for further recruitment. 66

Captaincy and Band Conflicts

As captain, Momoka is pushed to define whether the group is merely playing together casually or seriously pursuing a future in music. 68

When Subaru announces that she wants to quit, Momoka remains worried but avoids treating the issue as something that can be solved through force. She and Nina become involved in understanding Subaru’s situation, including the revelation that Subaru is Anwa Tendou’s granddaughter. 149

As the group develops, Momoka faces creative pressure over its sound. She worries that refusing popular melodic trends may lead to the same outcome that ended Diamond Dust, while her bandmates recognize that the anxiety stems from her responsibility as the group’s leader and composer. 584

Togenashi Togeari’s New Beginning

Togenashi Togeari celebrates a new beginning after receiving support and opportunities through Talent’s connections. Although Momoka initially protests being made to fund the celebration, she accepts the expense because she is sincerely happy about the group’s progress. 470

Before the Kawasaki Leap Festival, the group rehearses “Blank and Catharsis” while worrying over its failed first record and the possibility of debt. Momoka and the others receive a main-stage slot despite their limited recognition, giving them both a major career opportunity and a chance to face Diamond Dust. 749

Relationship with Talent

Momoka asks Talent to let her stay at his Tokyo residence. After they become intimate, she is visibly awkward and uncertain about their changed relationship. 236 239

Talent later suggests dating; Momoka initially rejects the idea of changing their professional relationship, though she shows signs of reciprocating his feelings. 241

Their attraction remains evident as the band moves forward. During Togenashi Togeari’s celebration and later private encounters, Momoka reacts strongly to Talent’s teasing and affection, but neither defines their relationship as a formal romance. 470 747 749

Notable Quotes

“I love Nina’s singing voice.” — Momoka to Nina 64

“Because even though you’re so weak, you absolutely refuse to go against your true feelings, right?” — Momoka to Nina 64

Trivia

• Momoka is the same height as Kitagawa Marin: 164 cm. 239 251
• Her profile picture is a Q-version gray cat. 61
• She calls Talent’s financial support a major advantage of having “a rich teammate.” 70