Koharu Kusumi, born on July fifteenth, nineteen ninety-two, is a multifaceted Japanese talent known for her work as a singer, seiyū, model, and actress. She made her mark in the entertainment industry in two thousand five when she became the only seventh generation member of the iconic idol girl group Morning Musume, a prominent part of Hello! Project.
During her time with Morning Musume, Kusumi lent her voice to Kirari Tsukishima, the lead character in the anime series Kirarin Revolution. She not only voiced the character but also portrayed her in real life on the television program Oha Suta. Her involvement with the series extended to several musical releases, both as a solo artist under the name Kirari Tsukishima starring Koharu Kusumi and as part of the groups Kira Pika and Milky Way.
After departing from Morning Musume in two thousand nine, Kusumi shifted her focus to modeling, sharing insights about her career transition in her autobiography, 17-sai no Tenshoku, published in two thousand eleven. She made her runway debut that same year and quickly became a sought-after model for magazines such as CanCam and Steady, while also making frequent appearances on various variety shows.
In addition to her modeling career, Kusumi continued to engage with music, performing at numerous events and participating in Dream Morning Musume. She also explored acting, featuring in television dramas like Woman Prisoner 7 and Doctor-X: Surgeon Michiko Daimon, showcasing her versatility and talent across different entertainment mediums.