Sakuragi, Chiharu

桜木千春; 8代目小嶋陽菜

Chiharu Sakuragi is the eighth member of AKB0048 to assume the name of Haruna Kojima.
Haruna Kojima was part of the "pioneer" generation of the original AKB48 Team A, which was formed in 2005. Her nicknames are "Kojiharu" and "Nyan," derived from her fondness for cats. She is recognized for her airheaded personality, which operates at its own pace, as well as her tendency to keep a messy room. As a popular member, she has secured numerous endorsements, including deals with Metal Gear Solid, Schick Razor, and a shampoo brand. She is a prominent fashion model, similar to fellow members Tomomi Itano and Mariko Shinoda. She is also a member of the sub-unit NO3B, alongside Minami Minegishi and AKB48 leader Minami Takahashi.
She is stylish, maintains good skin care, and is considered the most girly among all the successors. Although somewhat airheaded and naive, she performs effectively when it matters. Her standard posture features legs turned slightly inward, reflecting her other "girly" habits.