
Ringo Ōhoshi
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Japanese | 大星 林檎 |
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Relatives | Riki Oohoshi (Mother) Goushi Oohoshi (Father) |
Affiliation | Elm Village (Former) The Seven Luminaries Republic of Elm |
Date of Birth | March 7 |
Gender | Female |
Eye color | Brown |
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Japanese | Rina Hidaka |
English | Erika Harlacher |
Ringo Ōhoshi (大星 林檎 Ōhoshi Ringo) is one of the main characters in the Chōjin-Kokosei-tachi wa Isekai demo Yoyū de Ikinuku Yōdesu! (High School Prodigies Have It Easy Even in Another World) series. She is a renowned nuclear physicist and an exceptional technical inventor, widely recognized as one of the most brilliant scientific minds of her time. Ringo is a member of the group known as the Seven Prodigies, a collective of high school students each excelling in a different field at a world-class level.
Personality

Appearance in Anime
Ringo Ōhoshi is a highly intelligent but introverted individual who prefers solitude over social interaction. Prior to the events of the series, she chose to live in isolation aboard a space station, where she spent most of her time accompanied only by her AI companion, Kumausa. Her self-imposed seclusion stemmed from multiple factors: a natural tendency toward social withdrawal, concerns over being exploited for her intellect, and emotional trauma caused by her biological mother, who abandoned her out of jealousy toward Ringo’s extraordinary mind.
Despite her guarded nature, Ringo gradually opens up after being transported to the other world. Her interactions with fellow prodigy Tsukasa Mikogami have a profound effect on her, helping her adopt a more hopeful perspective on life. Over time, she develops a quiet romantic affection for him, though she remains shy about expressing her feelings directly.
Appearance
Ringo Ōhoshi has light hazel eyes and light brown hair that falls just past her shoulders. Her appearance reflects a modest and unassuming demeanor, complementing her quiet and introverted personality.
Specialization
Ringo Ōhoshi is a scientific prodigy whose expertise spans multiple advanced fields, including engineering, invention, and nuclear physics. As one of the Seven Prodigies, she is recognized globally for her groundbreaking work in nuclear technology. Among her most notable achievements is solving the problem of radioactive waste by discovering a method to accelerate its decay almost instantaneously, an innovation that revolutionized nuclear energy management. She is also capable of independently designing and constructing nuclear reactors, demonstrating her extraordinary technical skill and innovation.
Etymology
The given name Ringo (林檎) translates to “apple” in Japanese. Her surname, Ōhoshi (大星), is composed of the kanji ō (大), meaning “big” or “great,” and hoshi (星), meaning “star.” Combined, her full name can be interpreted as “Great Star Apple,” a fitting reflection of both her brilliance and scientific prominence.