Hikaru Ichijo is the main protagonist of the anime series Choujikuu Yousai Macross (Super Dimension Fortress Macross). A talented young pilot, he becomes a member of the SDF-1 Macross crew and is known for flying the VF-1J Valkyrie, a transformable fighter mecha. Hikaru is brave, compassionate, and sometimes hesitant, struggling with the responsibilities of war and his feelings for his friends and love interests. His journey is central to the story, highlighting themes of love, loss, and humanity.