When I get to school, I head straight to the light music club room to start our practice. We're getting ready for our upcoming school festival, so we've been rehearsing non-stop. Our club consists of four members: Yui (guitar), Mio (keyboards), Azusa (guitar), and me (bass). We're a pretty laid-back group, but when we're playing, we all get into the zone and have a blast.

In 2018, Rika was diagnosed with a rare medical condition called Moebius syndrome, a neurological disorder that affects the cranial nerves and can cause facial paralysis, difficulty swallowing, and other symptoms. Despite her diagnosis, Rika remained determined to pursue her goals and dreams.