Jun Sazanami/Relationships

==Protagonist==
===Anzu===
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==STARMAKER PRODUCTION ==
===Eichi Tenshouin===
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===Wataru Hibiki===
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===Tori Himemiya===
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===Yuzuru Fushimi===
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===Hokuto Hidaka===
===Subaru Akehoshi===
===Makoto Yuuki===
===Mao Isara===
===Chiaki Morisawa===
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===Kanata Shinkai===
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===Tetora Nagumo===
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===Midori Takamine===
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===Shinobu Sengoku===
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===Hiiro Amagi===
===Aira Shiratori===
===Mayoi Ayase===
===Tatsumi Kazehaya===
==COSMIC PRODUCTION ==
===Nagisa Ran===
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===Hiyori Tomoe===
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===Ibara Saegusa===
:Ibara called Jun his "soulmate" in early days when Eden just formed, but Jun saw through his lack of sincerity and retorted that he didn’t know if he could even see him as a friend yet.Saga - Release 5 This happened at least four times before SS in different ways, but it had always been Ibara teasing Jun about them being soulmates/friends with shared fates, with Jun telling him in return to be more honest if he truly wants them to be friends. Initially, Ibara was rather wary about Jun's presence in Eden. Knowing how Jun suffered as a Non-Special Student in Reimei Academy, Ibara had been concerned that Jun might turn his back on Eden one day, should an issue involving Non-Special Students arise. On top of that, Jun was so fixated on his issues with Jin Sagami back then that Ibara decided to hide any information regarding Project Saga from Jun in order to ensure that he would focus only on SS.
:Eventually, Jun started making an effort to stand up for Ibara whenever Hiyori made a snarky remark about him.SS Despite Ibara's constant insistence that he doesn't want to get too close to the other members of Eden, he's willing to give Jun private advice for his workout routines and various forms of idol training.B's LOG Eden Interview 2018
:Nagisa has mentioned that after Jun's popularity skyrocketed following Saga, it seemed as if Ibara had become rather impatient to make more progress himself.Wonder Game Jun and Ibara motivate each other to improve, as neither of them wants to lose to the other. Although Ibara is sometimes troubled by the fact that he doesn't have as much time as Jun to focus on his own idol work and training, he still sees Jun as his rival and partner in Eden. Following SS, they appear to have grown closer to each other, as they're often found imitating each other. Under Hiyori's instruction, Jun once tried to cheer Ibara up by tickling him (which unfortunately was only seen as a punishment by Ibara, who is not ticklish).
:Jun finds it surprising that Ibara, who he considers to be a prodigal Special Student in his year, would actually do solo training outside his scheduled routine despite his busy schedule. Witnessing Ibara's hard work motivates Jun to do more on his own but this is also the same case with Ibara, Jun's growth also always manages to encourage him to do better. Jun once caught Ibara training alone, after which they had a small talk. After making a joke about Jun's "rebirth" footage in Saga, Ibara reassured Jun that as long as he's in CosPro, he'll make sure that Jun won't have any further bad experiences.Ibara Saegusa Idol Story 2
:Ever since CONQUEST, they often move and talk in unison (usually to a comedic effect), and also appear to be able to guess what the other is thinking. They have grown closer and are more comfortable with being mischievous and playing around each other, comfortably exchanging sarcastic jokes, gossiping about their seniors in Eden, or simply being proud and happy to see each other's growth. They've grown so close that Ibara has even once dared to make Jun imitate Jin Sagami in a segment of BOGIE TIME while he was in the middle of talking with the other cast members.
:Though Ibara is still reluctant to open up to others, Jun tells him a couple of times in stories that he, along with the rest of Eden, always keeps Ibara in their thoughts more than he'd expect. Jun especially said in Secret Service that he wanted to be Ibara's strength too. Each time Jun said that Ibara always fell silent in response.
:Jun also often seen to take Ibara's side when the two seniors troubled him, either just staying by his side or defending his effort that wasn't seen by others. Especially after Ibara reworked their single and wrote the entire lyric of EXCEED for Jun's first center song, Jun wished to be able to help Ibara too when Ibara was in trouble. 
:Jun's wish was mostly "fulfilled" when he convinced Ibara in Rouge & Ruby to focus on Ibara's initial plan for Eden, as Ibara himself desired, rather than mixing the project with what the executive desired. But, because he didn't communicate his thoughts clearly, he ended up saying something that irritated Ibara. Jun was uneasy for several days after this because he thought he was being insensitive to Ibara. But in fact, his words cleared Ibara's mind the same day. Unfortunately, Ibara's lack of communication led Jun to believe Ibara was still angry but it was all just in Jun's mind. They finally reconciled when Jun decided to apologize to Ibara directly, and Ibara told him he didn't even need to apologize because Jun had helped him instead. Jun was irritated that Ibara didn't tell him right away that he was fine, but Ibara said he was too busy and assumed the seniors had told Jun because Ibara had already told them. Ibara also admitted to Jun that he tended to somehow underestimate Jun and it was the reason for his surprise at Jun's objection to his plan. In the end, Jun remembered his promise in SOLID STAGE about treating Ibara to eat outside. Since everything was cleared and he felt refreshed, he decided to invite Ibara out for breakfast together.
:In VS★GLADIATOR both of them (along with other idols) participated in 4piece audition. NiceP leaked to Ibara that Thunderbolt Entertainment approached Jun for an offer to be a solo artist overseas. Initially, Ibara didn't believe this because he didn't expect Jun would get an offer like that. Ibara confronted Jun about this matter furiously, and Jun confirmed to him that he got the offer but he has yet to give Thunderbolt an answer. Jun told Ibara that he wished to see his own value through 4piece audition first and if he managed to somehow beat Hiyori, he thought he would have reason to make a choice for his own career. While as Vice-president of Cospro and Eden's Producer Ibara didn't seem to mind the idea of Jun's solo debut, Ibara was personally upset that Jun overlooked him not only as a producer but also as an idol. Jun apologized to Ibara for not telling him, but he didn't seem to be aware of the other reason. For that, Ibara decided to challenge Jun and swore to win the competition to crush Jun's dream of making a solo debut.
:Through the competition, Ibara mercilessly defeats Jun with all his tricks and by building an Ibara empire that monopolizes the audition. During those times, Jun constantly questions why Ibara has to go that far and seems to not be able to understand why Ibara is this upset. Jun eventually sides with Ibara Empire's victims (which include Sora, Hinata, and Kanna) and guards Sora to negotiate with Ibara on the last day. They manage to corner Ibara with Sora's ideal ending but in the end, Jun decides to settle the fight with Ibara in one on one battle. Both of them talked about Jun's solo debut offer, and Ibara warned Jun to be more cautious if he ended up accepting it. This statement surprised Jun because he thought Ibara was angry about him considering the offer but Ibara explained that things would be complicated if Jun didn't tell him anything but in general view as his producer, there was no way Ibara would do anything to destroy the potential of the idol he produced. 
:The result of the battle was a draw and Ibara only decided to help them after he thoroughly tested Sora's goal. In Ibara's conversation with Sora, it's revealed that Ibara purposely made his fight with Jun result in a draw in order to make Jun the potential sole hero in case Sora ended up letting Ibara "die" to win the game. 
:VS Gladiator competition ended up in a draw because they worked together to destroy the wall. after the audition filming ended, Ibara and Jun met NiceP. Ibara ended up permitting Jun to make the choice himself as long as Jun reported everything to him in order to not give Eden any trouble. He admitted it was his fault that he didn't tie Jun with a stronger contract because he underestimated Jun's growth. Jun agreed with Ibara's condition as he admitted Eden is a significant part of his life so when he make the choice for that solo debut he will make sure Eden is by his side at that time. 
===Shu Itsuki===
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===Mika Kagehira===
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===Hinata Aoi===
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===Yuta Aoi===
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===Rinne Amagi===
===HiMERU===
===Kohaku Oukawa===
===Niki Shiina===
==Rhythm Link ==
===Rei Sakuma===
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===Kaoru Hakaze===
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===Koga Oogami===
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===Adonis Otogari===
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===Tomoya Mashiro===
===Nazuna Nito===
===Mitsuru Tenma===
===Hajime Shino===
===Keito Hasumi===
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===Kuro Kiryu===
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===Souma Kanzaki===
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==NEW DIMENSION ==
===Tsukasa Suou===
===Leo Tsukinaga===
===Izumi Sena===
===Ritsu Sakuma===
===Arashi Narukami===
===Natsume Sakasaki===
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===Tsumugi Aoba===
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===Sora Harukawa===
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===Madara Mikejima===
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==THUNDERBOLT CHALLENGE 4piece==
===Esu Sagiri===
===Ibuki Taki===
===Kanna Natsu===
===Fuyume Hanamura===
===Raika Hojo===
===Nice Arneb Thunder===
==Reoccurring Characters==
===Jin Sagami===
===Akiomi Kunugi===
===Seiya Hidaka===
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===Gatekeeper===
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===Mademoiselle===
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===Hitsugi Kurone===
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===NEGI===
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==Others==
===Kaname Tojo===
: Jun and Kaname originally met in the auditorium at the start of their first school year, during which they constantly bickered. They reunite when Kaname gets demoted from his Special Student status. On the night of that same day, Kaname asks Jun to walk him to the catacombs so he can speak to Tatsumi. On the way, Kaname gets scared and asks Jun to hold his hand to reassure him. Later on, when Kaname gets his Special Student status back, he speaks to Jun in a more mature matter and helps the latter stay out of trouble. Kaname seemingly gains more genuine respect for Jun underneath his facade. Although they argue playfully frequently, both parties seem to have a lot of respect for each other. Jun was flattered when HiMERU referred to Jun as one of Kaname's friends, showing he does care and wishes to be a friend to Kaname. Jun and Kaname both have a parent who is hated by the general public, and both struggle with the feeling of love. Once HiMERU took over for Kaname, Jun makes comments on how much he has changed and sometimes how he misses how HiMERU used to be.
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