In the first season, Hanabi was a quiet, polite, and respectful girl, although she opened up more easily with close ones than her older sister. Unlike the shy Hinata, she already showed confidence in herself and her abilities. She sincerely admired her sister, considering her strong and kind, and wanted to be like her. Upon learning about the harsh conditions in which Hinata lived, Hanabi was saddened. When she was told that the Hyuga clan lives by strict rules and everyone has their own destiny, she accepted this idea and became tougher. She believed in the predestination of one's path, like Neji in his time, and was determined not to let the clan down. Hanabi did not want to hurt her sister in their match, but she did not allow herself to show weakness. She was amazed that Hinata did not give up after her defeat and wanted to change. During the Chunin Exam, she admired Neji's talent and Naruto's perseverance, which exceeded all expectations. The shock of the truth about Hinata's kidnapping and Hizashi's death strengthened her understanding of the harshness of fate. She remained an obedient daughter and a diligent student who never complained about training.