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"Nonsense like that doesn't bother me much. I was always such a gloomy kid. Everyone thought I was weird. I just let them say whatever, I'll bet you were the same."
—Rui to Tsukushi[src]

Rui Hanazawa (花沢 類 (はなざわ るい) Hanazawa Rui) was a member of the F4 with his friends, Tsukasa Domyoji, Sojiro Nishikado, and Akira Mimasaka. In high school, he became close friends with Tsukushi Makino, whom Tsukasa had fallen in love with. She encouraged him to follow his first love, Shizuka Todo to France. Rui ultimately returned to Japan.

Biography[]

Early life[]

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Young Rui with Shizuka

"Rui's his only son. And he tried to totally control him, so Rui went kind of autistic. You get glimpses of that in him even now. Whenever we played together, he'd stay in the corner. Wouldn't even smile. It was almost like...his eyes were dead."
Akira describes Rui during their childhood[src]

Rui was born on March 30,[2] an only child of his father of Hanazawa Company.[5] His father was extremely strict, which had a bad effect on Rui's psyche.[6] He became "severely introverted"[7] and went through periods when he suddenly became sick. His friends Tsukasa Domyoji, Sojiro Nishikado, and Akira Mimasaka, whom he met during kindergarten at Eitoku Academy, were unable to due anything. Only Shizuka Todo, who later became his first love, was able to help him during these times.[6]

In kindergarten, Rui had a teddy bear that he really loved. Tsukasa asked for him to give it to him, but Rui refused. The two fought over it, which led to it being torn apart. The next morning, instead of being mad at Tsukasa, Rui greeted him with a smile.[8]

High school[]

After graduating from junior high, Rui and his friends moved on to Eitoku's high school. They were well known as the F4 by this time. The group had taken control of the school, using their fathers' influence. They gave out red cards, their "declaration of war," to those who defied them. These students would leave Eitoku soon after receiving a red card, usually from being bullied by their classmates. Rui seemed to have little interest in these games,[9] being more interested in finding a spot to nap.[10]

Meeting Tsukushi[]

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Rui and Tsukushi meet at the stairwell

Rui: "I wouldn't have helped you, if I thought you were going to be a pest. It was just bad form, that's all."
Tsukushi: "But I was really happy. For the first time since I came to this school, I was so happy that I cried. I'll look for you at the emergency exit!"
Rui: "Then I won't go there again."
— Rui considers Tsukushi an annoyance at first[src]

Rui first encountered Tsukushi Makino, when she yelled out her frustrations at his favorite sleeping spot, the emergency stairwell. She did not notice him at the time. Later, Tsukushi's friend fell down the stairs and landed on Tsukasa. Tsukushi defended her friend which angered Tsukasa. Rui was uninterested in the whole affair. After she received a red card, Tsukushi declared her own war on the F4.[9] The next day, Rui heard Tsukushi yell at the stairwell again and realized she was the same girl as before. When she started talking about her family situation, he said "I'm not interested in other people's problems." Later that afternoon, Rui found a group of boys attempting to assault her, and ordered them to "let her go". He then said "Don't misunderstand. I just don't like this kind of stuff.[10]

The following day, Tsukushi found Rui playing a violin in the music room. He was annoyed by her interruption and quickly made to leave the room. She thanked for saving her earlier and voiced her hope to see him again at the stairwell. Rui replied "Then I won't go there again."[11] Later that day, he was walking home when he happened to meet Tsukushi outside Tsukasa's house. Rui was not interested in why she was there and tried to keep walking. Tsukushi stopped him and asked "Is there anything money can't buy?" Rui answered "air" and actually smiled as he called her a "silly girl."[12] The next day after school, Rui and Sojiro walked into the shop where Tsukushi worked. Rui bought one of the sweets since he thought it was "pretty," even though he was unable to eat it. He and Sojiro then left to go to a party.[13]

The next day, Rui returned to the emergency exit despite him saying that he would not go there again. He told her "I like it here. I can get away from the chaos of the school." Rui felt happy about Shizuka coming home soon, which accounted for him being much nicer to Tsukushi. He asked her "Do you know the time difference between France and Japan?," though he waved it off realizing she did not know.[14] Later the same day, Rui was kissing a poster of Shizuka from one of her modelling gigs when Tsukushi walked by. He told her "Not you again?" She stumbled over her words, eventually saying "You don't have to go stupid on us just because your first love has come back." Rui then asked if she was in love with him, before grabbing her hand and kissing her cheek. He said "Haven't you wished for that?" as he walked off.[6]

Shizuka returns[]

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Rui kisses Shizuka but stops himself

"It's ridiculous! You think I don't see through you? You play the sweet, loving little angel, but inside you know exactly what you're doing. And if people get hurt by your games, why do you care? You're not there anymore."
—Rui accuses Shizuka of manipulating his feelings[src]

Upon Shizuka's return, Rui lovingly greeted her. He became sullen when the others arrived. Later that night, the F4 took Shizuka to a night club. Sojiro commented on Rui's being "moody," to which Tsukasa said "He always gets into a bad mood when he's happy." Shizuka finally asked him what was wrong and he admitted that her almost "naked" photos had been bothering him. She insisted that it was only for her career, but called him "sweet" for worrying.[15] The next day, the F4 and Shizuka ate lunch at the university's cafeteria. Shizuka started talking about relationships and mentioned wanted to introduced a girl to Rui, which he refused. A few minutes later, Tsukushi and her friend Kazuya Aoike burst in the room, having been chased there by bullies. Rui picked up Tsukushi and declared "It's time to stop."[16]

Tsukasa was incensed when Rui came to Tsukushi's defense. He asked if he liked Tsukushi, which Rui did not answer. Tsukasa then tried to grab Tsukushi out of Rui's arms, threatening him about the "consequences." It turned into a tug of war until she screamed at both of them to let her go. The argument ended with Tsukasa saying "We're through!" Later, Rui met Tsukushi at the emergency exit. She apologized about the fight, though he said "It's been brewing."[17] During summer vacation, Rui went to Atami on Tsukasa's yacht, having been "dragged" along by Shizuka and the others. He was surprised to see Tsukushi at the beach. Shizuka had Rui encourage Tsukushi to come to that night's party, which he did. After Shizuka gave her a makeover, Rui complimented Tsukushi by saying she looked "nice."[18]

The next morning, when Tsukushi was teased about kissing Tsukasa, she told Rui "It was an accident." He chuckled saying "It's none of my business who you kiss." That night, Shizuka told him that he and Tsukushi would "make a nice couple." Rui accused her of "playing with [his] feelings." He then dragged her into a room, saying "There's only one girl I want."[19] The two began kissing but Rui pulled away, feeling conflicted. Shizuka told him "We're a man and a woman. This was meant to be." She leaned in to kiss him again just as Tsukasa burst into the room and invited them on deck. Rui went up alone and shared some fish with Tsukushi, who revealed that she had overheard him and Shizuka. Crying, she said "Please don't hate me." He replied "If I hated you, I wouldn't have gone through the pain of carrying you."[20]

Going to France[]

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Rui thanks Tsukushi before leaving Japan

"Tsukushi, that's what I like so much about you. You have a strength that I don't. It hit me hard that I didn't want it to end like this. Thanks."
—Rui decides to follow Shizuka to France[src]

At the start of the new term, Rui and Tsukushi met at the emergency exit. He was considerably nicer to her, even asking her to sit. Tsukushi admitted to being "very happy," having not expected to see him there anymore. Rui told her "Don't exaggerate!" though she insisted she was "serious."[21] While they were talking, Shizuka yelled up to Rui to tell him about her photo shoot. As she walked up the stairs, she asked him to go with her since she was tired of her producer asking her out. He agreed to accompany her.[22] A few days later, Rui attended Shizuka's birthday party with the rest of the F4. There Shizuka announced her intentions to return to France and give up her family name, surprising her family and friends.[23] Rui was left in a state of shock. He then asked Tsukushi to tell his friends that he was going home.[24]

The next day, Tsukushi met him at the emergency exit again. He was feeling irritable, asking her why she was staring. She asked him if he was okay with Shizuka's decision. Rui replied "It's not for me to say." Recalling their childhood, he then said "I think it was just like her to come to a decision like this." Later that afternoon, Rui happened to walk by when Tsukushi was begging Shizuka to stay in Japan "for [his] sake."[25] He waited for Shizuka to leave before confronting Tsukushi. Rui yelled at her for interfering, asking "How could you do such a thing?" She ran away crying. Later, Rui came to a realization "that [he] did [not] want it to end like this." He waited until Shizuka boarded the plane to reveal to his friends that he was going after her. Rui thanked Tsukushi for her strength and kissed her on the forehead.[26]

Return to Japan[]

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Rui kisses Tsukushi on the beach

"Once I was outside of school, I realized I couldn't do anything. Did you hear that I used to be a severely introverted child? I haven't changed at all. I'm still just a kid who can't do anything for the women he loves."
—Rui to Tsukushi[src]

In France, Rui was "happy every day" spending all his time with Shizuka. However, when she returned to college and began working, Rui was alone most of the time.[7] News of Shizuka's betrothal to a Frenchman broke out, though she assured them that it was untrue.[27] He eventually decided to return to Japan. The day after his arrival, he surprised his friends at school. Tsukasa told Rui that he and Tsukushi were dating. Rui replied "That's too bad." The F4 then skipped the rest of the day to hang out.[28] The next day, they went to a night club where Rui kissed a random girl "just for fun." Tsukushi met Rui at the emergency exit the following day. He asked if she was really dating Tsukasa. When she said no, he suggested that she go out with him.[29] He then laughed and said it was a "joke," though he kept flirting anyway.[30]

Later that day, the F4 left to go on a trip to Tsukasa's private island. Rui went to the beach that night. When Tsukushi stumbled upon him, he asked her to hold him.[31] After a few minutes, Rui told her about his time with Shizuka. Tsukushi returned to the villa after getting a message from Tsukasa. The next morning, Rui gave her pager to Tsukasa to return.[7] Kazuya arrived shortly with news of Shizuka's engagement. When asked, Rui said "It's all over." That night at the beach, he was approached by Tsukushi whom said "I can't get you out of my mind." He then kissed her, wondering "Why didn't I fall for a girl like you?"[32] Tsukasa, having seen them, punched Rui in retaliation. He left the next day, forcing the others to go home on Kazuya's boat. Rui held Tsukushi's hand, telling her "I'm here."[33]

After arriving back, Sojiro and Akira confronted Rui about what happened. He admitted that he felt "bad" about hurting Tsukasa, who then kicked him out of the F4. Later, Rui asked Tsukushi out on a date.[34] He had a hair cut before the date. On the day of, he met Tsukushi and they wandered around until deciding to eat. Rui accidentally walked in on Tsukushi in the bathroom of the restaurant. He teased her about it afterwards.[5] Afterwards, Rui invited her to his house. He showed her a photo album in his bedroom, where he soon fell asleep.[35] The next day, Rui defended Tsukushi to a group of girls who called her "cheap." The girls then turned on him. He told Tsukushi not to "let it bother [her]." A few minutes later, Tsukasa announced that he would have Rui and Tsukushi expelled within two weeks.[36]

Rift in the F4[]

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Rui kisses Tsukushi to distract Tsukasa during the game

"Save the awe. Practice. I'll back you up. We're not losing this game. I have something I want to protect, too."
—Rui to Tsukushi[src]

Rui seemed resigned to his and Tsukushi's fate, knowing Tsukasa would likely threaten to pull his parents' money from the school.[37] The next day, Tsukasa's sister Tsubaki came to Eitoku to stop her brother. Amidst the arguing, both Tsukushi and Rui offered to leave to appease Tsukasa. Tsubaki eventually interrupted to suggest settling it with sports. Rui then proposed a three-on-three basketball match. That afternoon, he practiced with Tsukushi and Kazuya. He assured her "We're not losing this game."[38] The match was held the following day at Eitoku. Rui went into it with a calm, confident demeanor.[39] Seven minutes in, Rui was finally able to score their first point. He then formulated a plan to distract Tsukasa by being affectionate towards Tsukushi. Rui's plan was successful, nearly tying the game.[40]

At the last second, Tsukasa declared "I quit," allowing Tsukushi and Rui to go free. He then walked away. Rui told Tsukushi "Wasn't that fun?" afterwards.[41] That night, they went to the Domyojis' to celebrate and wait for Tsukasa to come back. Rui was intoxicated by the time Sojiro asked how far he and Tsukushi had been, referring to sex. Going over his head, Rui answered "Omotesando." They realized that Rui and Tsukushi had not slept together yet. Akira and Sojiro then proceeded to lock the two in a guestroom.[42] Still drunk, Rui bluntly called Tsukushi "ugly." He went on to say "At first, I wondered why Tsukasa was bothering with a girl like you, but I think now I know." Rui then admitted to trying to use Tsukushi to forget Shizuka. He apologized and expressed remorse for "butting in" between her and Tsukasa.[27]

The next day at school, Tsukasa tensed up after seeing Rui and walked away. Sojiro and Akira then asked Rui about the previous night. He told them "Nothing happened," though he admitted that "[he] could get serious about her." Ultimately, he could not "stab Tsukasa in the back." He then told them that he was not going to tell Tsukasa yet, wanting to take a little revenge for his torn teddy bear from when they were kids.[43] The next day, Tsukasa revealed that he was going to New York. He denied that he made the decision because of Rui and Tsukushi.[44] Rui was surprised by Tsukushi's outburst when she was upset about Tsukasa not telling her he was leaving.[45] At the airport, Rui pulled Tsukasa aside and told him "I think [Tsukushi] really loves you." He then revealed that he did not tell him earlier because of the bear.[46]

Teen of Japan[]

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Rui is against Tsukushi entering the TOJ contest

Sojiro: "I never dreamed Tsukushi would come this far."
Akira: "I'll bet none of the 100,000 people in the audience thought so."
Rui: "But there is one in that 100,000 right over there."
— Rui is referring to Tsukasa[src]

When Tsukasa returned in a few days to Japan, Rui was not surprised. Tsukasa pulled Rui aside, telling him "I owe you an apology." Rui then said "Apologize to me now." He laughed since Tsukasa was unable to actually say it.[47] The next day, Tsukushi asked Rui to accompany her to a party for Seinosuke Amakusa. He agreed since she had never asked for something before. At the party, they ran into Tsukasa.[48] After Seinosuke confessed his feelings to Tsukushi, Rui helped her escape the ensuing brawl. A safe distance away, Rui revealed that he gave her up because of Tsukasa and said "Don't hurt him too badly." The next day, Tsukasa told Rui, Akira, and Sojiro that he was planning on entering Tsukushi in the Teen of Japan contest.[49] Rui was against it, not liking the idea of Tsukushi "being paraded around."[50]

On Christmas Eve, Rui accompanied the others to watch Tsukushi compete at Teen of Japan. Unlike his friends, he liked the outfit Tsukushi choose during the first round, saying "I think it looks rather good."[51] Before the second round, the others went to wish Tsukushi good luck backstage, though Rui decided to stay in his seat. Tsubaki made a comment about Ayano Kurimaki reminding her of Shizuka. Rui did not respond, evidently agreeing with her.[52] During the second round, he said "Her accent's pretty bad, but at least she's talking," regarding Tsukushi's English skills.[53] Akira and Sojiro expressed shock about Tsukushi making it to the final round. Rui pointed out to them that Tsukasa had always believed in her.[54] At the end of the contest, Rui congratulated Tsukushi on winning a special prize.[55]

Following Teen of Japan, the F4 took Tsukushi out to celebrate. Rui smiled as Tsukushi made a short speech. Later on, he told Tsukushi that she looked "pale" and asked if she "had too much to drink." After she went to the bathroom, Akira and Sojiro gave Tsukasa dating advice.[56] The following night, Rui went with the two guys to Tsukasa's house. Despite Rui not saying anything, he kicked him out along with Akira and Sojiro. Sojiro later had an idea about how to help Tsukasa make up with Tsukushi. Rui went with the other two to Tsukushi's job. He kept silent while they helped sell out the store. Sojiro then asked Tsukushi to go to Canada with them in exchange.[57] Later, Tsukasa refused to go with them. To goad him, Sojiro told Rui "Why don't you take your chance with Tsukushi?" Rui then said "Then I guess I'll do that."[58]

Canada trip[]

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The others leave Rui alone with Shizuka

Yuriko: "I really did think she went back out!"
Rui: "Liar! It's minus fifteen degrees out there! She's been out nearly an hour! This is the only building for miles. If she's lost her way, she'll die!"
— Rui confronts for Yuriko about tricking Tsukushi[src]

From their plane, Akira was able to see Tsukasa on his private plane. Rui commented "There's no way he'd stay in Japan alone." Tsukasa arrived at his family's villa ahead of them. The following night, Tsukushi asked Rui if he had seen her friend Yuki Matsuoka. He had no idea who she was. Yuriko Asai interrupted to say she saw Yuki go outside. Rui offered to get a car, but Tsukushi immediately went outside.[59] A little later, Rui saw a girl and asked if she came with Tsukushi, which she confirmed. Rui then confronted Yuriko by splashing water on her face. He yelled at her "If she's lost her way, she'll die!"[60] After Tsukasa left to find Tsukushi, Yuriko and her friends were crying when Rui called them "murderers." Sojiro then shouted "Don't say that! They're not dead!" Tsukushi and Tsukasa returned the following morning.[61]

The next morning, Rui stayed behind while the others went skiing. Tsukushi thanked him for getting angry at Yuriko and her friends. He told her that it was nothing, adding "You're the one who amazes me." She then asked for his help to get back at them. They involved the rest of the guys. That night, it was going as planned until footsteps approached the house.[62] Tsukasa attacked the intruder. Rui recognized the voice as Shizuka's and told Tsukasa to stop. She remained unconscious until morning. While she and the others caught up, Rui remained mostly silent. Tsukasa asked about her supposed fiancé. Rui then looked surprised when she answered "Oh, I turned him down." The others slipped away soon after, giving him and Shizuka some space.[63] Rui's relationship with Shizuka ultimately ended at that point.[64]

After Tsukasa went missing for several days, Rui helped Sojiro and Akira search his house. Sojiro then received a call informing him about Tsukushi receiving a red card.[65] They finally found Tsukasa a few minutes later. He had no idea about the red card, confusing Rui and the others who thought he had sent it. Shortly, a message arrived telling Tsukasa to come alone to the old gym.[66] After Tsukasa left, Akira became anxious but Rui told him that they should continue waiting.[67] At the hospital, Rui helped the others trick Tsukushi into thinking Tsukasa was dead. He was the only one who did not laugh at the joke. Tsukasa then tasked the guys with getting revenge on the people who beat him up.[68] Besides beating all four guys up, they also shaved their heads. They took a photo, which they later showed to Tsukasa.[69]

Tsukasa's birthday[]

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Rui and the others greet Tsukushi at Tsukasa's birthday party

Tsukushi: "Rui Hanazawa, why don't you tell him?"
Rui: "No way! You think he'll listen? Besides, this isn't something we should get involved in. If it's meant to be, it's meant to be. If not, it's not. There are some things you can't do anything about."
— Rui refuses to get involved with Tsukasa and Shigeru[src]

Tsukushi returned to school with a new haircut. Rui offered to layer it since her mother had cut it all at one length. Tsukasa happened to see them, which annoyed him though Rui ignored him. He then left right after finishing her hair.[70] At Tsukasa's birthday party, the guys were concerned about what she was wearing. When she asked why, Rui, Sojiro, and Akira all answered "Tsukasa's mother is really scary!" During the party, Tsukasa wanted to introduce Tsukushi to his mother but she held on Rui's sleeve. She ripped the seam by accident, which sent her flying.[71] This commotion alerted Tsukasa's mother. Rui lied by saying Tsukushi was the daughter of a company president. The lie, however, did not work for long. Rui and the others witnessed Tsukasa declare his feelings for Tsukushi before escaping with her.[72]

Afterwards, Rui went to a bar with Sojiro and Akira. He brought up the time they met Tsukasa's mother. They all remembered her saying to Tsukasa "If you continue to play with these boys, your brain will decay."[73] The next morning, Tsukasa woke up Rui early. He showed him some homemade cookies, a birthday present from Tsukushi. Rui took a bite of one, angering Tsukasa.[74] All the guys later met at Sojiro's house. Tsukasa was still happy, which left the others somewhat perplexed.[75] The next day, Rui overslept and arrived late at school. He met Tsukushi, who offered to give him a head massage.[76] Shortly, Rui noticed that her face was red. Tsukushi nearly fell over while trying to stop him coming closer. Rui caught her, but let her go and said "Don't look at me like that" when he saw her face.[77]

That night, Sojiro and Akira had decided to do something about the situation. Rui did not want to get involved, feeling it would "just get more complicated."[78] A few days later, Tsukushi talked to Rui about Shigeru. She asked him to talk to Tsukasa about being nicer to Shigeru. Rui refused, stating "If it's meant to be, it's meant to be." They then happened to overhear an argument between Tsukasa and Shigeru from below.[79] After witnessing them kiss, Rui said to Tsukushi "Shocked?" She pretended to be okay with it, which amused Rui. Later that night, he ran into Tsukushi while going for a walk. They stopped for some tea together. Shigeru and Tsukasa happened to come to the same place and joined them. She invited Tsukushi and Rui to her family's villa. Rui agreed after learning that there was a hot spring there.[80]

Supporting Tsukushi[]

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Rui holds Tsukushi's hand at Shigeru's villa

"It's no use crying over what you've already said. Why are you being so faint-hearted now? Regardless of how you feel, as long as Tsukasa loves you, this is a problem you'll come up against. Go at her head on. I'll lend you my support."
—Rui to Tsukushi after she stood up to Kaede[src]

At Shigeru's villa, Tsukushi asked Rui to "liven up the party." He thought for a second, before saying "Can I go take a bath?" After his bath, Rui heard Shigeru screaming for help. He carried an unconscious Tsukushi to their shared room. Upon waking, she was against sharing a room. Rui, however, warned her not to ask Shigeru saying "They could be doing it now."[81] He and Tsukushi were forced to share the same bedding. Rui comforted her by holding her hand under the covers and making her laugh. They heard loud noises coming from another room. Tsukushi went to check on Shigeru, despite Rui's warnings. She returned to the room flustered.[82] The next morning, Rui left the villa with Tsukushi. She was still upset about what she saw. Rui told her "The fact that it was Tsukasa is what bugs you," though she refused to acknowledge it.[83]

A couple days later, Sojiro and Akira decided to visit Tsukushi and invited Rui to meet them there. He became lost on the way, but ran into Tsukushi. They found Sojiro and Akira waiting outside her place. Shortly, they were met with a surprise guest, Tsukasa's mother. She accused Tsukushi of causing the engagement to be broken. Tsukushi stood up to Kaede, declaring to the guys "I'm going to fight that lady."[84] Rui asked her "How do you intend to fight her?" Her answer was "By making her realize what a fine girl I am." Rui countered "You mean by going out with Tsukasa?" The other guys agreed with idea, even putting out they perhaps she and Tsukasa should have a baby. Tsukushi eventually realized that she said something "outrageous." Rui told her not to be "faint-hearted," promising to support her.[85]

Tsukushi and Tsukasa dating[]

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Rui encourages Tsukushi to date Tsukasa

"This isn't a threat. If you're going to continue your relationship with Tsukasa, you will have to let go of something."
—Rui to Tsukushi[src]

One morning, Rui was walking to school with Sojiro when they came across Tsukushi. He realized she was coming from Tsukasa's house and asked "You were out all night?" Tsukushi admitted to the guys that she was working at Tsukasa's as a live-in maid.[86] That night, Sojiro and Akira came over to Rui's house. They role-played an affectionate conversation between Tsukushi and Tsukasa, to which Rui said "You two give me the creeps." Shortly, Akira decided that they should all go to Tsukasa's.[87] Rui snuck into the house with Sojiro and Akira. They had a hard time searching at first, leading Rui to suggest checking "all the lighted rooms." They eventually found the right room and overheard Tsukasa asking Tsukushi to date on a two month trial. Rui smiled when Tsukushi told them that she was "thinking it over."[88]

Shortly after Tsukushi and Tsukasa began dating, Rui and the other guys were hanging out at his house when they witnessed a huge fight between the couple. It seemingly ended in their breaking up, leading Rui to say "That was short, only four days?" Sojiro and Akira both shouted "It's not over yet!"[89] A few days later, Rui was not directly involved in Sojiro's plan to bring the couple closer. He was likely brought by Akira to surprise them at the hotel.[90] Tsukasa revealed to everyone that they saw his mother in the hallway. Akira and Sojiro, whom were both concerned, discussed it at length before noticing Rui was silent. They yelled at him to "say something." He then asked "Aren't you guys hungry?" The guys' attention was shifted to what to order from room service. Rui and the others did not notice the girls leaving.[91]

The next day, Rui overheard Tsukushi talking to herself. He guessed that she "initiated a kiss" which she denied, calling it a "thank you gift." He teased "Give me one, too" and laughed at her reaction. Rui then asked about Tsukasa's mother. He was suspicious that nothing else had happened and warned her that she may target her friends. Before she left, Rui stated "If you're going to continue your relationship with Tsukasa, you will have to let go of something."[92] The morning after, Rui asked Sojiro and Akira about Tsukasa whom was late. Kazuya then walked up and revealed that Tsukushi had left school and Tsukasa's house. They went to question him. Tsukasa's demeanor and seeming indifference took them aback. On their way out, Sojiro said that he was back to his "old self." Rui stated "It's worse than that."[93]

Finding Tsukushi[]

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Rui shocked when he sees Tsukushi on television

Tsukasa: "You've been mooning over her ever since you were a kid."
Rui: "Tsukasa, I don't want you talking about that. I think Shizuka's got a full plate now and I don't want to be a bother to her. I don't think that forcing yourself on a person is love."
— Rui explains his take on love to Tsukasa[src]

A few days later, Rui heard about Tsukasa and Sojiro's fight. He laughed and said "I wish I'd seen it." That night, he was watching television when he happened to see Tsukushi on the news.[94] The following morning, he told Tsukasa and tried to convince him to go get her. He refused, so Rui went by himself.[95] Tsukasa showed up a few moments after Rui. Rui also helped pay off the Makinos' debt. That evening, Rui told Tsukushi about how he found her. She thanked him, but he told her to thank Tsukasa instead. After Tsukushi's new friend introduced himself, he declared that they should have a farewell party for Tsukushi.[96] They stayed on the beach until sun-up. Afterwards, Rui helped prepare for the Makinos' return to Tokyo. Rui took Tsukushi's parents in his car, forcing her to go with Tsukasa.[97]

Rui arrived in Tokyo earlier than Tsukushi and Tsukasa. He waited for them with the rest of their friends, whom he had informed the night before. Following their arrival, Rui left presumably to sleep.[98] The next day at school, Tsukushi avoided Tsukasa but dashed into the hallway for her shoe. Rui laughed uncontrollably. When Tsukasa voiced his annoyance, Rui told him to "give up on her and choose someone else." He then revealed that he had tried to give Tsukasa a "proper parting" at the village.[99] A few days later, Rui learned about Tsukasa's imposter cousin. Tsukasa was informing Tsukushi about him, just as the guy walked up.[100] He revealed that he was hired by Kaede, but wanted to cancel the contract now that he liked Tsukushi. Rui remained silent, only saying "She's snapped" when Tsukushi started yelling.[101]

A few days later, Tsukasa came over to Rui's house and annoyed him. Eventually Rui asked "You can't give her up yet?" Tsukasa deflected by mentioning Shizuka. Rui explained that he did not want to bother her, saying "I don't think that forcing yourself on a person is love." Tsukasa disagreed and left after saying "I've made up my mind."[102] Two days later, Tsukasa asked Rui and the others if they had seen Tsukushi. He shocked them by calling the police to aid his search.[103] The next day, the guys asked Tsukasa what happened. Instead of answering, he gave three different facial expressions.[104] Rui met Tsukushi at the stairwell the next day. He invited her to go to Akira's house. There Rui remained in the main house while Akira and Sojiro brought Tsukushi to the summer house, where they had tied up Tsukasa.[105]

New York[]

Later at the stairwell, Rui met Tsukushi who told him about her family's situation. He mentioned that he heard about her dating Tsukasa and admitted that his feelings were "complex" about it. Rui then joked that she was like a "pet" to him. Tsukushi left with a smile.[106] Several days later, Rui was with Tsukasa when Tsukushi came up asking about Sojiro. She asked Rui to help her search for him. Tsukasa, however, pushed him aside saying he would go instead.[107] Some time later, Rui dropped his television remote in surprise when he spotted Tsukushi catching a baseball while sitting next to Tsukasa.[108] The next day, he, Sojiro, and Akira told Tsukushi that Kaede probably saw it. Sakurako then revealed that Tsukasa had dropped out. Tsukushi decided to go after him to New York. Rui promised "We'll take care of things here."[109]

After Tsukushi left, Rui and the others speculated about her reunion with Tsukasa. He guessed that she had "fouled up somewhere again." Sojiro then forced Rui to talk to Yuki on the phone to check up on her, which irritated him.[110] Rui later became worried about Tsukushi and decided to come to New York. At Tsukasa's place, he learned where Tsukushi was heading from Tama. Tsukushi revealed that her meeting with Tsukasa had gone badly. Tsukushi then asked Rui why he was there, to which he answered "I sense that you were somewhere crying." He held her as she started to sob.[111] Rui brought her to his family's New York condo. In the morning, he suddenly kissed Tsukushi. Rui said that "[he] just felt like doing it." He then realized that he was probably in love with Tsukushi, which left her dumbstruck.[112]

After treating Thomas and his friends to a meal, Rui could not find his wallet. While the others fled, Rui arranged with the staff to clean the floor as payment. As he and Tsukushi were cleaning, he revealed that he "felt a change happening inside [of him]" because of her. Afterwards, Rui used their tip to buy Tsukushi a flower.[64] They then headed to Central Park, where Tsukushi met an acquaintance. They learned that the man was having troubles with Kaede. Tsukushi encouraged them to reconcile, before deciding to return home with Rui.[113] At the airport, Rui kissed her on the forehead and promised to "support" her. Tsukasa then suddenly showed up.[114] Rui revealed his feelings for Tsukushi, causing Tsukasa to try to hit him. Rui punched him and shouted at Tsukasa for leaving Tsukushi alone. They left shortly.[115]

Tsukasa's accident[]

Back home, Rui brought Tsukushi to her apartment where their friends were waiting. She revealed that it was over between her and Tsukasa, leading Sakurako to look at Rui accusingly. He told them that he went just because he was worried. After everyone had left, Tsukushi clarified that she still loved Tsukasa. Rui responded that he was happy just to see her smile.[116] Some days later, Shigeru invited Rui to take part in her plot to reunite Tsukushi and Tsukasa. He refused to come.[117] Shortly after, Rui rushed to the hospital when Tsukasa was stabbed by an unknown attacker. He tried to convince Tsukushi to rest and then comforted her when she began to cry.[118] Akira ran up to them to inform them that Tsukasa was in "bad shape." They watched him in surgery through a window. Tsukasa ultimately pulled through.[119]

After Tsukasa woke up, Rui came to the hospital to see him along with the others. Everyone was shocked when Tsukasa seemingly did not recognize Tsukushi, instead questioning if she was Rui's girlfriend.[120] They spoke to his doctor, who revealed that Tsukasa had amnesia. Rui stayed with Tsukushi while the others left. She suddenly became angry and started shouting, before running into a patient, Umi Nakajima. Rui then told her that he was going home. Umi waved at him, but he ignored her.[121] The next day, Rui encouraged Tsukushi to visit Tsukasa everyday and that he would remember her "in time." At the hospital, he participated with the other guys in recreating Tsukushi and Tsukasa's first interaction. It did not jog Tsukasa's memory and only made him angry enough to kick them all out of the room.[122]

The following day, everyone met up with Tsukasa on the hospital's rooftop, along with Umi. Rui noticed Tsukushi leaving and became annoyed. He started speaking to Tsukasa about him not remembering Tsukushi, but Umi interrupted. Rui said to her "You have nothing to do with this" He then spoke to the group at large, saying that no one was thinking of Tsukushi's feelings.[123] Tsukasa told him that he had "no idea" what Rui was talking about and then said something rude about Tsukushi. Rui nearly hit him, but Tsukushi stepped in the way. Afterwards, he waited for Tsukushi outside her apartment. He apologized for hitting her and revealed that "[his] emotions get worked up" whenever a situation involves her.[124] Some days later at school, Tsukushi gave Rui a lunchbox as a way of apologizing and thanking him for the other day.[125]

Graduation[]

After Tsukasa had returned home, Akira and Sojiro were scheming ways to get Umi away from him. Rui told them not to worry saying "I don't think anything's going to come of this." He then claimed that "that girl could never beat Tsukushi."[126] Outside of Tsukasa's house, the guys ran into a frightened Umi. Realizing what had happened, Rui said "Like I've been saying, you're just not strong enough." After the girls arrived, a party for Tsukasa coming back to Eitoku commenced. Tsukushi ended up arguing with him and throwing a baseball at him, which finally jogged his memory.[127] A few days later, the group held another party for Tsukasa to celebrate his full recovery. Akira commented that Rui was the "only one who saw through [Umi]." Rui criticized Tsukasa for "[giving] a girl like that the time of day."[128]

Some days later, Rui went out with Akira, Tsukasa, and Tsukushi. She asked if Sojiro had someone he liked. While Tsukasa said "He loves them all," Rui answered "It seems to me like he doesn't like any of them."[129] The next day at the emergency exit, Rui was hanging out with Sojiro when Tsukushi came by. Rui suddenly stated "I want some tea," leading Sojiro to invite them both to his house. There Rui was greeted by Sojiro's mother who asked about his parents.[4] Before Sojiro prepared the tea, Rui asked if he could put milk in it. Rui apparently disliked the bitter taste.[130] A couple days later, Rui and the other guys went to Tsukasa's place after learning about his father's collapse. The next day, Rui met Tsukushi in the school's music room. He asked Tsukushi to "try and understand", regarding Tsukasa leaving for four years.[131]

Later, Rui with Sojiro and Akira watched Tsukasa's press conference announcing his decision to head to America to join Domyoji Group.[132] Some days later, Rui had obtained his driving license. Sojiro was nervous to drive with him and invited Tsukushi along, though this did not improve his driving. After Sojiro had left, Tsukushi talked about his graduation. Rui said that he would probably continue going to the emergency exit.[133] For graduation, Rui, Sojiro, and Akira wore their school uniforms for the first time. They refused to attend the ceremony. Kazuya voiced his worries about Tsukushi dropping out of Eitoku.[134] At prom, Rui asked her about it and she responded that she was going to continue attending Eitoku. Tsukasa then arrived at the last second. After prom ended, everyone gathered at Rui's house.[135]

College[]

Rui began attending Eitoku University with Sojiro and Akira after graduation. They rarely attended their classes. Rui still occasionally visited the emergency exit at the high school.[136][137]

Shizuka's wedding[]

During his first year of college, Rui began visiting Tsukushi's place frequently. He became friendly with her father by playing cards with him. One day, he came by to inform Tsukushi of Shizuka's wedding. Tsukasa happened to video call Tsukushi at the time. Seeing Rui, he became irritated. Tsukushi then hung up by accident. Two days later, after arriving in Paris, Sojiro asked Rui if Shizuka getting married bothered him. He simply said "I'm okay with it." The F3 then went on ahead to the church, while Tsukushi found film for her camera. Rui greeted Shizuka saying "Félicitation." Several minutes later, Tsukushi and Tsukasa arrived at the church. Tsukasa shouted at Rui not to try anything with Tsukushi while he was away. After the wedding, Rui started his second year at university and Tsukushi began her first year.[136]

Finding Kimiko[]

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Meeting Haruto[]

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Rui takes a nap at his old spot and meets Haruto

Haruto: "I know this is really rude of me to ask, but I'm going through a lot of upheaval right now. It feels like I'm powerless. In this situation, what would Mr. Domyoji do?"
Rui: "Who knows? He's a wild one. When everything's a mess, he only has eyes for what's most important."
— Rui's advice to Haruto[src]

One day, Rui was sleeping at his old favorite spot, the emergency exit at the high school. Haruto Kaguragi accidentally woke him up. Irritable, Rui glared at him and said "What?" Haruto was startled, causing him to break his bracelet which then fell all over the floor. Rui picked up one of the stones and asked if he could have it since he thought it was "kinda cute." He then briefly reminisced about the emergency exit being "[his] spot" during high school. As Rui was walking away, Haruto told him he was going through "a lot of upheaval." He then asked "In this situation, what would Mr. Domyoji do?," to which Rui replied "Who knows?" He went on to elaborate "[Tsukasa] only has eyes for what's most important." Haruto gratefully yelled his thanks.[138]

Over a year later, Rui received a message from Tsubaki telling him to expect Tsukushi to come back to Japan. He texted Tsukushi and met her at Oto Edogawa's house, where he met Haruto again though he did not recognize him.[139] Oto's parents arrived shortly. Tsukushi introduced herself and Rui, though he kept saying he wanted to leave. Outside, Tsukushi told him that she was worried about Oto and Haruto. Rui said "Are they making you think of how you and Tsukasa are?," referring to them having to be apart. He reminded her that Tsukasa had asked her to go with him. She responded "I have to live my own life." Tsukushi then turned to Oto and Haruto, advising them not to be apart if they did not want to be. Once they left, Rui told her "You're one to talk." She admitted that she really wanted to see Tsukasa.[140]

Rui later called Tsukasa and asked him to fly to Japan to see Tsukushi. The F4 became stuck in traffic on the way to Tsukasa's house, where Tsukushi was leaving for Los Angeles via the Domyojis' private plane. They attempted to run there, but stopped feeling it was "hopeless." At that moment, they noticed Haruto who called Oto to have her stop the plane. Tsukasa was curious about Haruto, but Rui told everyone to "just run."[141] They fortunately made it in time. Tsukasa and Tsukushi had a brief argument which was quickly settled. Rui encouraged her to call Tsukasa in the future. Tsukushi then introduced Tsukasa to Haruto. Rui finally remembered him, commenting that he had not recognized him since he "changed so much." The F4 and Tsukushi walked off, talking for a second before having to part ways again.[142]

Physical appearance[]

As the name F4 (Flower 4) suggests, Rui was very conventionally good-looking and attracted the attention of most females. He had short, light brown hair which appeared to require little maintenance. Rui grew it out during his time in France, but had it cut short again not long after returning to Japan. Tsukushi described his eyes as "clear, marble-like."[39] In general, Rui wore comfortable, cozy clothing such as sweaters and sweatshirts. He switched to lightweight T-shirts during the summer.

Personality and traits[]

As a child, Rui was characterized as "severely introverted" due to the pressure put on him by his father. Shizuka helped him by drawing him out of his shell, leading him to smile and be happy more often. At heart, Rui remained an introverted person though not to his own detriment. Additionally, he was generally uninterested in anyone he did not care about. Tsukushi, whom he treated coldly at first, was a rare example of someone he opened up to and became close friends with. For those he cared about, Rui helped in his own way.

Rui spent most of his time sleeping, leading Akira to joke that "he must sleep fifteen hours a day."[10] His favorite spot to nap was the high school's emergency stairwell, which he continued to occasionally visit during university. Rui's next favorite hobby was watching television, leading to the label of "TV addict."[145] On occasion, he was athletic though not as much as his friends. Together they excelled at basketball during middle school.[38]

Skills[3]
Financial strength
4/5
Looks
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
Self-centeredness
1/5
Kindness
3/5
Power
2/5

Etymology[]

Rui is a Japanese unisex name which has different meanings depending on the kanji used.[146] The kanji (類; るい) in this case means "kind," "sort," or "type."[147] His surname, Hanazawa, is spelled as 花沢 (はなざわ). The kanji mean "flower" (花)[148] and "swamp," "marsh," etc. (沢).[149] Hana (花) may be a reference to the series' name and the origin of the F4's name. Additionally, 沢 is a kanji the author frequently uses for names of characters.

Behind the scenes[]

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Character notes

  • Rui is a major character of Boys Over Flowers and first appears in chapter one of the series.
  • He has the lowest allowance of the F4 at 100,000 yen; the reason being that "he does [not] go out of his house much."[143]
  • Yoko Kamio was "tempted" to have Rui and Tsukushi become a couple during the "New York Arc." She ultimately felt that Tsukasa was "too strong a character" and therefore Rui "could [not] win."[150]
  • Rui has a cameo in chapter thirteen of Boys Over Flowers Season 2. He reappears in the final arc of the series, along with Tsukushi and the rest of the F4.
  • He regularly appears in the web comic spin-off, Cafe de Hanadan.

Portrayals

See also: Category:Rui Hanazawa portrayals
  • He is voiced by former SMAP member, Takuya Kimura, in the 1993 audio drama. It was Kimura's first voice role. Due to his popularity, he is considered the lead. Author Yoko Kamio was excited to meet him and interviewed him for Margaret. He also appeared on the magazine's cover.[151]
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Naohito Fujiki as Rui

  • Naohito Fujiki plays Rui in the 1995 film, Hana Yori Dango.[152] Fujiki also portrays an original character in Hana Yori Dango Final (2008).[153] His portrayal is kept close to the original while leaving out extraneous details. Being in love with Shizuka, Rui is heartbroken when she moves to New York. He staves off the loneliness by dating Tsukushi, thus betraying Tsukasa. She eventually tells him that they are not meant to be. He then decides to go after Shizuka.
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Rui in the anime

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Jin Shirasu as Rui

Appearances[]

References[]

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  55. Chapter 73, Boys Over Flowers
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  69. Chapter 95, Boys Over Flowers
  70. Chapter 96, Boys Over Flowers
  71. Chapter 97, Boys Over Flowers
  72. Chapter 98, Boys Over Flowers
  73. Chapter 99, Boys Over Flowers
  74. Chapter 101, Boys Over Flowers
  75. Chapter 102, Boys Over Flowers
  76. Chapter 105, Boys Over Flowers
  77. Chapter 106, Boys Over Flowers
  78. Chapter 107, Boys Over Flowers
  79. Chapter 108, Boys Over Flowers
  80. Chapter 109, Boys Over Flowers
  81. Chapter 110, Boys Over Flowers
  82. Chapter 111, Boys Over Flowers
  83. Chapter 112, Boys Over Flowers
  84. Chapter 114, Boys Over Flowers
  85. Chapter 115, Boys Over Flowers
  86. Chapter 119, Boys Over Flowers
  87. Chapter 121, Boys Over Flowers
  88. Chapter 122, Boys Over Flowers
  89. Chapter 126, Boys Over Flowers
  90. Chapter 132, Boys Over Flowers
  91. Chapter 133, Boys Over Flowers
  92. Chapter 137, Boys Over Flowers
  93. Chapter 140, Boys Over Flowers
  94. Chapter 145, Boys Over Flowers
  95. Chapter 146, Boys Over Flowers
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  100. Chapter 159, Boys Over Flowers
  101. Chapter 160, Boys Over Flowers
  102. Chapter 165, Boys Over Flowers
  103. Chapter 167, Boys Over Flowers
  104. Chapter 170, Boys Over Flowers
  105. Chapter 172, Boys Over Flowers
  106. Chapter 179, Boys Over Flowers
  107. Chapter 186, Boys Over Flowers
  108. Chapter 189, Boys Over Flowers
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  123. Chapter 213, Boys Over Flowers
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  138. Chapter 13, Boys Over Flowers Season 2
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  152. http://www.allcinema.net/prog/show_c.php?num_c=152613 (Japanese)
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See also[]


Boys Over Flowers characters
Main characters

Tsukasa Domyoji | Rui Hanazawa | Tsukushi Makino | Akira Mimasaka | Sojiro Nishikado

Supporting characters

Seinosuke Amakusa | Kazuya Aoike | Yuriko Asai | Erika Ayuhara | Kaede Domyoji | Tsubaki Domyoji
Ryusuke Hayama | Sara Hinata | Amon Kunisawa | Ayano Kurimaki | Chieko Makino | Haruo Makino
Susumu Makino | Yuki Matsuoka | Umi Nakajima | Nakatsuka | Kiyonaga Narumiya | Nishida
Shigeru Okawahara | Junpei Oribe | Shingo Oribe | Sakurako Sanjo | Tama | Thomas | Shizuka Todo
Minako Yamano | Matsutaro Yoshimatsu

Minor characters

Aki and Chimura | Akira's girlfriend | Akira's father | Akira's mother | Beautician | Bob | Cindy
Fortuneteller | Kaede's sister | Makiko Endo | Junko Ekuni | Gen | Giuseppe | Jody Grand | Junpei's friend
Junpei's mother | Mike Hall | Harumi and Mako | Hatta | Hirayama | Hiroko | Hiromi | Hiromi | Hiroshi | Mayumi Isoda
Iwatsuki | Kimoto | Kirishima | Kobayashi | Koga | Kazuko Kubo | M | Maekawa | Sonoko Maekawa | Rio Makise
Mako | Makoto | Makoto | Jean P. Mayol | Mayuko | Midori | Miho | Mika | Emu and Memu Mimasaka
Mina | Mikihisa Minami | Misawa | Miya | Eri Miyazawa | Piromichi Nakano | New York enterpriser
Shoichiro Nishikado | Noriko | Hideki Oe | Akira Onagisa | Ozawa | Principal | Proprietress | Rie | Rika | Risako
Rui's father | Rui's mother | Saito | Sakurako's grandmother | Seinosuke's father | Shigeru's father
Shigeru's mother | Shingo's girlfriend | Shiori | Shizuka's parents | Arthur Smith | Sojiro's brother
Sojiro's father | Sojiro's mother | Sugiyama | Tama's husband | Kimiko Tamura | Teacher | Toda | Tome
Tsubaki's ex-boyfriend | Tsubaki's husband | Tsukasa's attacker | Tsukasa's father | Tsukasa's grandfather | Ueno
Umi's friend | Viola | Yatchan | Yoshida | Eisuke Yoshida | Yuki's father | Yuki's mother | Yuki's sister


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