Ep. 48: Ichigo learns Ringo's secret and prepares for the Starlight Queen Cup with friends.
Aired on September 12, 2013
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Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran discover Ringo's hidden identity, prompting a visit to her home to rest before the Starlight Queen Cup. Raichi also learns the truth. Ringo shares her origin story, explaining how she met Orihime to form an idol unit. She kept her identity secret from Ichigo to allow her an independent choice about pursuing idols. The following day, Ichigo and Ringo meet Asuka, who facilitated Ringo's transition from idol to bento shop owner. Ichigo receives a premium dress from Asuka. Later, Masquerade performs one last time. Ringo then thanks Mizuki for supporting Ichigo's journey toward her dream.
Episodes
- Ep. 44 · King from Nao's band More Than True delivers a harsh message about her music at Star Academy.
- Ep. 45 · Orihime organizes a water park outing for STAR☆ANIS members while Mizuki is delayed by radio work.
- Ep. 46 · STAR☆ANIS Train Under Johnny's Guidance for Starlight Queen Cup
- Ep. 47 · Orihime Reveals Her Secret Past as Masquerade Idol During Crisis
- Ep. 48 · Ichigo learns Ringo's secret and prepares for the Starlight Queen Cup with friends.
- Ep. 49 · Aoi learns of Ichigo's departure plans before the Starlight Queen Cup finals.
- Ep. 50 · Ichigo departs Starlight Academy for America after Mizuki wins the Starlight Queen Cup
- Ep. 51 · Aoi faces Seira from Dream Academy while Ichigo returns after a year in America
- Ep. 52 · Ichigo Returns and Infiltrates Dream Academy to Research Seira