Miyako Miyazaki placed fourth runner-up at Miss Universe 2003, and Mori's predecessor Kurara Chibana was first runner-up in 2006. Mori aims to use her success and popularity as a springboard into humanitarian causes.
Fourth runner-up at Miss Universe 2003 was Miyako Miyazaki, and Kurara Chibana, who succeeded Mori, was the inaugural runner-up in 2006. Mori intends to use her accomplishments and popularity to support humanitarian initiatives.