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5 / 8- 97EP 97
Ichigo Opens Aoi's Letter to Help Akari Perfect Her Special Appeal
Aug 28, 2014Akari struggles independently while Ichigo seeks a way to assist her. Recalling her time in America, Ichigo opens a letter from Aoi, remembering that they can always communicate regardless of distance. Motivated by Aoi’s advice to maintain focus on her goals, Ichigo encourages Akari to share her difficulties. This support enables Akari to refine her Special Appeal technique. Consequently, Akari successfully executes the Special Appeal and passes the training camp, marking a significant achievement through Ichigo’s guidance and encouragement.
- 98EP 98
Ichigo and Seira seek twin dresses for their concert against WM
Sep 5, 2014Ichigo and Seira struggle to choose outfits for their concert against WM. Aoi and Kii discover rumors about an unused Masquerade concept, leading Orihime to provide access to the reference room. There, they learn Masquerade intended for favorite designers to create complementary twin dresses resembling butterfly wings. Despite concerns regarding the contrast between Angely Sugar and Swing Rock, the girls request the designs from both brands, who agree to collaborate. After days of silence, the girls visit the workshop and witness the completion of the Gemini Coord. However, their celebration is interrupted by news that WM had planned identical twin dresses.
- 99EP 99
WM Announces Disbandment After Twinkle Star Cup Amidst Personal Plans
Sep 11, 2014Mizuki and Mikuru declare that WM will disband after the Twinkle Star Cup, regardless of the outcome. Ichigo and Seira visit the duo to understand their reasoning. Mikuru reveals she intends to focus on a gardening tournament to promote the hobby in Japan. Encouraged by this news, Ichigo and Seira train diligently to honor their wishes. Meanwhile, Mikuru shares her tournament concept with Mizuki. On the day of the Twinkle Star Cup, WM performs first. Mikuru expresses deep gratitude to Mizuki for her support. Ichigo and Seira then prepare for their own performance as the event continues.
- 100EP 100
Ichigo and Seira win the Twinkle Star Cup with a performance that inspires Mizuki and Mikuru to pursue their idol dreams.
Sep 18, 2014Following WM's impressive show, Ichigo and Seira feel energized about future opportunities and deliver a captivating performance to conclude the Twinkle Star Cup. National vote tallies reveal 2wingS as the winners. During the interview segment, Seira expresses gratitude for the support she received, while Ichigo shares her ambition to pursue numerous dreams. Mizuki then voices her joy in becoming an idol and her goal to enhance Aikatsu's brilliance, presenting the winning trophy to Ichigo and Seira. Subsequently, Mizuki thanks Orihime and Ringo for their assistance. Meanwhile, Mikuru declares a new aspiration to challenge Mizuki as a rival idol in the future, marking a significant moment of growth and camaraderie among the participants.
- 101EP 101
Akari manages her admiration for Ichigo before a recital and receives encouragement to pursue her own idol path.
Sep 25, 2014First-year students prepare for their annual recital, prompting Akari to suppress her feelings for Ichigo to concentrate on her act. On performance day, Akari attempts to avoid Ichigo but is intercepted. Ichigo reveals that her admiration for Mizuki motivated her enrollment at Starlight Academy, clarifying that Akari chose to attend herself. This realization encourages Akari to define her unique idol journey. She performs on stage accompanied by Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran. Following the event, Mizuki sees Mikuru off at the airport while the group enjoys a tea party. Akari resolves to begin her Aikatsu activities with a fresh start, embracing her individual path within the academy.
- 102EP 102
Akari and Sumire Bond While Auditioning for Ichigo's Manager Role
Oct 2, 2014Rain causes a leak in Akari's dorm, forcing her to move in with Sumire Hikami. After receiving new Aikatsu Phones and cards from Orihime, the two attempt to connect before Sumire leaves for lessons. Akari invites Sumire to audition for a day as Ichigo's manager, a role that would increase Akari's rivals. Sumire, who usually views peers as competitors, is pleased to practice with a friend. Sumire wins the audition, while Akari is content with their strengthened friendship despite not winning herself.
- 103EP 103
Sumire manages Ichigo with Akari and receives encouragement and cards.
Oct 9, 2014Before her shift with Ichigo, Sumire encounters a poor horoscope but reframes it positively. Akari assists Sumire in preparing for the role, and Ichigo provides materials for review. The following day, Ichigo permits Akari to accompany Sumire as they both act as managers during Ichigo’s schedule. After recording sessions, they participate in unique idol activities. Later, invited to Ichigo and Aoi’s room, Sumire expresses insecurity about the distance between them. Ichigo shares her own past struggles, urging Sumire to persist despite the gap. As a reward for her work, Ichigo gifts Sumire special Romance Dress Aikatsu Cards for a performance attended by her older sister.
- 104EP 104
Akari and Hinaki prepare for the Pon Pon Crepe Girl audition
Oct 16, 2014Akari encounters Hinaki Shinjyo, a child actor from Sumire's class who has followed her since the entrance audition where she was mistaken for Ichigo. They agree to participate in the Pon Pon Crepe Girl audition together. Hinaki proposes practicing how to describe food as delicious, revealing that her extensive work in gourmet reports has made her feel her expressions lack freshness. She credits Akari’s audition with reigniting her passion. To support Akari, Hinaki provides a hair accessory card that gives her the advantage needed to win the competition.
- 105EP 105
Akari Creates Poses While Helping Hinaki Overcome Past Stage Trauma
Oct 23, 2014Akari, serving as the Pon Pon Crepe Girl, seeks promotional poster poses with Hinaki’s assistance. She observes Hinaki’s sadness and receives guidance from Ichigo before Johnny invites her to Hinaki’s event. After impressing staff with her unique poses, Akari and Sumire visit Hinaki. Hinaki reveals that a stage accident four years ago caused her to suppress her enthusiasm to avoid worrying others, leading her to follow staff decisions rather than her own desires. Inspired by Akari’s draft poses, Hinaki chooses to move forward by wearing a coord of her own selection for her upcoming performance.
- 106EP 106
Students compete for candy to star in the annual Nightmare Party.
Oct 30, 2014As Halloween nears, Johnny assigns students to gather candy for the annual Nightmare Party. On the night, Sumire receives significant amounts of candy, particularly from Aoi. Johnny then introduces trials to earn more candy, including one where students must identify Ichigo among peers dressed as Jack-o-Lanterns. Akari uses elimination and food to lure out Ichigo, securing a reward that places her in the lead. While selecting a costume for her performance, Akari tries on a new Dreamy Crown brand outfit. The dress fits her perfectly, and the brand designer observes the successful fitting. This sequence highlights the competitive yet festive atmosphere of the event, focusing on individual strategies and the introduction of new fashion elements within the school setting.
- 107EP 107
Akari seeks designer Tsubasa Sena to create a Premium Dress for her upcoming solo concert.
Nov 6, 2014Akari learns of her first solo concert at a shopping mall and decides to secure a Premium Dress from the mysterious Dream Crown designer, Tsubasa Sena. She visits Dreamy Crown's headquarters and is surprised to find Tsubasa is male. He reveals a dress requiring a month to complete, but with the concert in three days, Akari searches for specific berries to dye the ribbon and accelerate production. After multiple attempts to find the correct color, her efforts help Tsubasa finish the Odette Swan Coord Premium Dress in time. This success earns a strong reputation for both Akari and Tsubasa, marking a significant moment in her career.
- 108EP 108
Sumire seeks Maya's advice for a Premium Dress and presents cinnamon apples to earn the Snow Princess Coord.
Nov 13, 2014Sumire and her friends visit Yurika to learn how to impress Maya, the leading designer in Loli Gothic, as Sumire desires to obtain a Premium Dress. Inspired by the Snow White theme of Maya's upcoming creation, Sumire prepares baked cinnamon apples to present to the designer. Upon arriving at Maya's mansion, Sumire encounters numerous challenges that her companions Akari and Hinaki assist her in overcoming. Maya is impressed by both Sumire's culinary efforts and her personal abilities. Consequently, Maya awards Sumire the Snow Princess Coord, fulfilling her goal.
- 109EP 109
Juri Kurebayashi auditions for a drama role alongside Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran.
Nov 20, 2014A new transfer student, Juri Kurebayashi, joins Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran for an audition for a drama starring role. Hinaki notes Juri was a former child star who quit acting years ago, prompting curiosity about her return. During the audition, Juri grows irritated by her famous mother, Karen, watching and drawing attention. Juri explains she stepped away to avoid relying on her mother's success, choosing instead to train independently to become a true actress. Encouraged by Akari to demonstrate her own strength, Juri delivers a confident performance and successfully wins the role.
- 110EP 110
Juri seeks designer Atsushi Encierro to overcome acting slump with Sangria Rosa help
Nov 27, 2014Juri feels dissatisfied with her performance for an upcoming episode. Karen shares that a premium dress from her favorite brand, Sangria Rosa, helped her overcome a similar acting rut. Juri searches for Sangria Rosa's top designer, Atsushi Encierro, who has been out of contact for a few weeks, with others assisting her. They find Atsushi, but he is also in a creative rut and cannot provide a dress. Juri and the others try giving him his favorite things to reignite his passion. Atsushi finally understands what he was missing after seeing Juri's passionate flamenco dance. As thanks, Atsushi creates the Rose Glass Princess Coord for Juri, which helps reignite her own passionate acting.
- 111EP 111
Asahi's Fan Event and Akari's Virtual Avatar Performance
Dec 4, 2014Asahi Azuma, a classmate of Raichi and Noelle who admires Akari, prepares for his first handshake event with Sumire. Aoi invites the idols to watch her variety show appearance, encouraging them to consider the fan perspective, which leads Akari to recall her feelings for Ichigo. On the day of the event, Asahi falls ill and cannot attend. To ensure he can still participate, Raichi has Noelle arrange a phone call between Asahi and Akari. Following this, Raichi assists in creating a virtual avatar that allows Akari to perform for Asahi remotely, bridging the gap caused by his illness.
- 112EP 112
Akari Joins the Go Go! Ichigo Cheer Squad for the Great Starmiya Ichigo Festival
Dec 11, 2014Following Ichigo’s announcement of the Great Starmiya Ichigo Festival, produced by Aoi and Ran, Akari volunteers to assist with preparations. Assigned to generate promotional ideas, Akari and her friends form the GoGo Ichigo Cheer Squad, wearing distinctive strawberry hats. They later deliver an opening speech at a guerrilla concert, successfully managing unexpected press inquiries regarding the event. Impressed by Akari’s composure and bravery during this interaction, Ichigo chooses to perform Akari’s favorite song as part of her own concert set.
- 113EP 113
Hinaki seeks Kayoko's Premium Dress for the Christmas Stage audition
Dec 18, 2014With Christmas approaching, Sakura organizes the party preparations, including a special stage. Hinaki aims to audition alongside Akari and Sumire, believing she needs a Vivid Kiss Premium Dress to perform a Heroine Appeal. She recalls being rejected by top designer Kayoko three years ago for lacking something essential. Orihime discovers Kayoko is hosting an exclusive party for fashionable individuals, prompting the group to go clothes shopping. They select stylish coords, but an accident ruins the outfits on the day of the event. Hinaki creatively alters the damaged garments, enhancing their fashionability. Recognizing that Hinaki has finally developed her own unique fashion sense, Kayoko admits her past error, allows the group entry to the party, and invites Hinaki to perform on stage. Kayoko then decides to grant Hinaki the coveted Premium Dress, fulfilling her goal for the Christmas performance.
- 114EP 114
Hinaki receives a dress and the girls prepare for Christmas with a tree from Angely Mountain.
Dec 25, 2014After receiving a Premium Dress from Kayoko, the students focus on Christmas Party preparations. Akari and Juri recall an event from three years ago when Ichigo cut down a large tree to cheer up a classmate. Inspired by this memory, Akari attempts to replicate the feat with Tsubasa's assistance. They secure permission to harvest a tree from Angely Mountain. Following Ichigo's example, Akari and her friends successfully fell the tree and transport it down the slope. Karen, who was filming nearby, assists in carrying the tree back to Starlight Academy. The group then decorates the tree and performs together on the Christmas Stage.
- 115EP 115
Juri joins Akari’s family for New Year celebrations and shrine visit
Jan 8, 2015Juri spends the New Year holiday with Akari and her family while they are on vacation. During the festivities, Akari feels embarrassed by her parents' intense interest in soil. The group later looks at childhood photographs together. They then go to a local shrine where Juri observes that Akari resembles her father more than Akari is ready to acknowledge.
- 116EP 116
Akari Pursues Weather Girl Career with Friends' Support and Mentorship
Jan 15, 2015As the new semester begins, Akari resolves to discover a talent she excels at. She chooses to audition for a weather girl position, receiving training assistance from Sumire and her peers. Aoi facilitates a meeting with professional TV weather girl Ayaka Kohashi, who explains the behind-the-scenes aspects of broadcasting and how various weather conditions affect different audiences. Although Akari learns about the difficulties inherent in the profession, she remains determined to perform her best during the audition. Her dedication pays off as she successfully secures the job, marking a significant achievement in her search for a personal strength.
- 117EP 117
Sumire faces a throat cold while choosing between a shampoo and singing audition.
Jan 22, 2015As Akari starts her weather girl job, Sumire seeks her own specialty but catches a throat cold. She receives an invitation for a shampoo girl audition that prioritizes beauty over singing, causing her to doubt her path as a singer. Sumire then discovers a CD debut audition scheduled for the same day. Concerned for her sister, Akari consults their sibling, who advises Sumire to make her own choices. Akari returns with a special herbal tea recipe to help treat Sumire's illness. Encouraged by Akari's support, Sumire declines the shampoo audition and attends the singing audition instead. She successfully passes the singing audition, resolving her conflict and committing to her musical career.
- 118EP 118
Miyabi Fujiwara visits Starlight Academy for a month-long exchange program with Himezakura Girls Academy.
Jan 29, 2015Yuu travels to Kyoto for an exchange with Himezakura Girls Academy, while Miyabi Fujiwara takes his place at Starlight Academy. Although skilled in Aikatsu, Miyabi worries about her teacher's advice to discover her true self by observing other idols. She feels isolated because she cannot find anyone else like her. Akari reassures her that this uniqueness is a strength, explaining that her distinct personality makes her a one-of-a-kind idol. This guidance helps Miyabi understand her teacher's words and accept her individuality as an essential part of her identity and performance style.
- 119EP 119
Miyabi helps a fan overcome self-doubt through idol history and festival inspiration.
Feb 5, 2015Miyabi encounters Tomoyo, a fan discouraged by her boyish appearance and inability to feel cute. Seeking ways to assist her, Miyabi and her friends research idol history. Miyabi is then invited to perform at the Yamato Nadeshiko Idol Festival alongside Sakura, who shares how idol life broadened her perspective. The following day, Miyabi watches Akari’s weather report, where Akari expresses gratitude for taking a single courageous step. Motivated by her peers, Miyabi posts on social media to encourage Tomoyo to move forward. After the festival performance, Tomoyo appears in a girlish outfit, expressing her newfound appreciation for becoming an idol.
- 120EP 120
Orihime hosts a Thanks Valentine event with chef Shun Yotsuba creating a chocolate tower.
Feb 12, 2015Orihime organizes a Thanks Valentine event to appreciate the massive amount of chocolate received from fans, appointing cafeteria chef Shun Yotsuba as the head patissier. Akari and her friends discover that Yotsuba previously worked as a male idol before retiring to pursue cooking. Motivated by his fans' support, Yotsuba decides to construct a large chocolate tower for the occasion, while Akari seeks a way to update his former followers on his current life. During the event, Kayako gives Hinaki her Premium cards. Ichigo, who had spoken with Akari the night before, arranges an interview for Yotsuba, allowing his fans to see him achieving his dream and bringing them joy.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Aikatsu! have?
- Aikatsu! has 50 episodes.
- When did Aikatsu! come out?
- Aikatsu! came out in 2012.
- Which studio made Aikatsu!?
- Aikatsu! was produced by Sunrise.
- Who directed Aikatsu!?
- Aikatsu! was directed by Hiromi Kikuta.
- Is Aikatsu! finished?
- Current status of Aikatsu!: Finished.