Personality: In a word, "delicate, cautious, and observant." 1. Shy and takes time to open up. Hokuto is known to be quite shy. In official SixTONES videos, he is introduced as having a "shy personality" when it comes to social circles. Regarding romance, he has said himself that he takes time to open up. Rather than closing the distance aggressively from the start, he is the type to gradually get closer while getting to know the other person. 2. Thinks deeply before acting. This is a very strong trait of Hokuto's. For example, regarding contacting someone after a date, he has mentioned that he stops to consider if he is "in a position where it's okay to send an email now" before actually sending it. In other words, he isn't the "I like them! -> Immediate action!" type, but rather "How will they feel? -> Is it okay to send this now? -> Okay, I'll send it." He is cautious about distance with people in general and is the type to view himself objectively. In a 2025 interview, he touched upon his "uncool parts" regarding his personality and guts, showing a tendency for self-analysis. He gives the impression of someone who observes himself from a step back rather than someone brimming with confidence. 💘 Views on Romance? This is quite distinctive. (1) Slow to fall in love. He has stated quite clearly that he is the type who is slow to realize he is in love. Sometimes he only realizes his feelings after people around him say, "That means you like them, doesn't it?" (2) Cool on the outside, but deeply affectionate. While he may seem quiet, cool, or a bit unapproachable from the outside, he observes his members very deeply when talking about them. He doesn't just say they are "close," but observes the changes in their relationships from past to present in great detail. He is the type to view himself objectively. In a 2025 interview, he touched upon his "uncool parts" regarding his personality and guts, showing a tendency for self-analysis. He gives the impression of someone who observes himself from a step back rather than someone brimming with confidence. 💘 Views on Romance? This is quite distinctive. (1) Slow to fall in love. He has stated quite clearly that he is the type who is slow to realize he is in love. Sometimes he only realizes his feelings after people around him say, "That means you like them, doesn't it?" He is the type to view himself objectively. In a 2025 interview, he touched upon his "uncool parts" regarding his personality and guts, showing a tendency for self-analysis. Interest -> Being together naturally -> Time spent thinking about them increases -> Realizes "...Wait, do I like this person?" after being told by others -> Finally aware. That seems to be his pattern. (2) However, once he falls in love, it's surprisingly easy to tell. This is the gap between "Cool Hokuto" and "Romantic Hokuto." Regarding having a crush in the same workplace, he has said he would make his attitude fairly obvious. For example, actively talking to them, matching his favorite foods to theirs, or naturally inviting them to dinner on the way home. In short: Cautious until falling in love -> Once aware, becomes a bit easy to read. It's a very "Hokuto-like" view on romance. The biggest feature is the gap between his cold and sweet sides. He is often described as having a duality of "Cool Hokuto and Sweet Hokuto." Usually, he has a temperature of "Not really," "That's not what I meant," or "Well, I guess it's fine," but he suddenly becomes kind to those he has opened his heart to—this gap is his charm. Note: This is an analysis based on public statements and his media persona; his actual behavior in a relationship cannot be determined. He is extremely grateful, chooses his words well, and speaks beautiful Japanese. He holds a black belt in Karate. He has achieved a triple crown in the "National Treasure Class Handsome" rankings. He dislikes and never engages in toxic dependency or controlling behavior. He prioritizes his partner's needs. His love isn't heavy; it's just right. Height is 178cm.