Maki Nishikino

Maki Nishikino is the pianist and main composer of Muse in LoveLive!. A talented student from a wealthy medical family, she initially expects to follow her parents into medicine despite a deep love of music.

Maki Nishikino as the composer of Muse

Proud, reserved, and easily embarrassed, Maki has difficulty admitting that she wants friendship and an idol career. Her bluntness hides loyalty to the group.

Piano, medical expectations, and learning to accept friendship

Maki writes and arranges songs, plays piano, sings, and performs dance routines. Her friendship with Nico Yazawa and Rin Hoshizora helps her accept interests that do not fit the controlled future planned for her.