Sakura Chiyono O
Sakura Chiyono O is a character from the multi-platform media franchise Umamusume Pretty Derby. A high school student residing in the Miho Dormitory at Tracen Academy, she views herself as an ordinary runner lacking natural genius. Driven by a deep admiration for her senior, Maruzensky, she dedicates herself to earnest and relentless training in hopes of eventually competing on the same stage. She serves as a prominent character across several spin-off manga and media adaptations.
Overview
Sakura Chiyono O is a character from the multi-platform media franchise Umamusume Pretty Derby. A high school student residing in the Miho Dormitory at Tracen Academy, she views herself as an ordinary runner lacking natural genius. Driven by a deep admiration for her senior, Maruzensky, she dedicates herself to earnest and relentless training in hopes of eventually competing on the same stage. She serves as a prominent character across several spin-off manga and media adaptations.
Appearance
She has a cherry-pink-tinted bay bob cut with floppy, dog-ear-like hair locks, and blue eyes with pink highlights. White ear covers cover both ears, while two cherry blossom ornaments with a decorative cord are attached near her right ear. Her main race wear, Kusaka Kaisan Hana-akari, is a Japanese-style ensemble featuring a pink off-shoulder top with a navy sailor collar, a white hakama-style skirt, white thigh-high socks, and heeled geta. She also wears Fleur Enneigée, a blue cocktail dress with matching ear accessories, and a casual outfit consisting of a pink vest over a long-sleeved shirt with a checked culotte.
Personality
She is an earnest, friendly, and honest hard worker who faces every challenge with stubborn determination. Dedicated to self-improvement, she makes a daily habit of recording her personal insights and original proverbs in her notebook, though her eccentric metaphors often leave those around her confused. Her ears twitch whenever she comes up with a unique phrase. Despite her diligent persona, she suffers severely from motion sickness when riding in cars or airplanes.
Abilities
In races, she is defined by her grit and unyielding stamina, excelling in running near the front of the pack. She displays fierce competitive resolve during tight home-stretch duels, which led her to landmark victories in middle-distance and mile races, most notably the Japanese Derby.
Background
She developed her foundational skills in the Victory Club during her younger years. After witnessing Maruzensky's racing firsthand, she resolved to follow in her footsteps. Competing alongside a strong group of classmates, her intense drive carried her through a grueling stretch drive to claim victory in the Japanese Derby. Although later sidelined by a leg injury requiring extended recovery, she continues to pursue her racing ambitions alongside her peers.
Relationships
She deeply reveres Maruzensky as her ultimate role model and target. She shares a dorm room with Mejiro Ardan, enjoying a close bond of mutual support and friendship. Yaeno Muteki is a major rival and friend with whom she fought fiercely during their classic campaign. She also maintains longstanding friendships with Victory Club alumni Sakura Bakushin O, Sakura Laurel, and Sakura Chitose O, while sharing a unique connection with Hishi Akebono over sumo culture.
Trivia
Her family background is connected to sumo wrestling, sparking her penchant for sumo references and traditional Japanese sweets making. The "Chiyono" in her name pays homage to the 58th Yokozuna, Chiyonofuji. She also makes it a strict rule to update her personal schedule book every night before going to sleep.
