Ep. 28: Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran prepare for the semi-finals with a sleepover and Mizuki's new brand advice.
Aired on April 25, 2013
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Before the semi-finals, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran hold a sleepover in Ichigo's room. They read Mizuki's new magazine, Love Queen, created for top idols, and follow its advice for individual training. Naoto guides Ichigo to focus on acting rather than thinking. Ichigo advances to the final alone, while Aoi and Ran continue to support her. Mizuki reveals she uses the Cup to find a worthy partner and urges Ichigo to give her all. Ichigo finishes in second place. That night, Mizuki hints that the gap between them might be smaller than Ichigo believes.
Episodes
- Ep. 24 · Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran enjoy a day off with fans and a missed bus ride home.
- Ep. 25 · Taichi returns for Spring Vacation and keeps his promise to Ichigo
- Ep. 26 · Ichigo mentors Sakura Kitaoji for a fashion show while addressing her homesickness.
- Ep. 27 · Fresh Girls Cup Announced With New Rules for Starlight Queen Challenge
- Ep. 28 · Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran prepare for the semi-finals with a sleepover and Mizuki's new brand advice.
- Ep. 29 · Idol Teachers guide freshmen through lessons on idol life experiences.
- Ep. 30 · Idols form teams for a special audition to earn the Mastery of Communication.
- Ep. 31 · Aoi's Retro Training and Ringo's Gift to Ichigo on Mother's Day
- Ep. 32 · Ichigo balances idol training with a commercial shoot for Angely Sugar's mascot.