Aikatsu Friends!: Kagayaki no Jewel

Aine and Mio face a new space idol crisis while preparing for high school

One year after becoming Diamond Friends, Aine and Mio prepare to enter the Star Harmony Academy High School. Along with the responsibility of teaching the next generation of idols about Aikatsu, they begin a new journey when they receive a distress call from a strange new idol named Hibiki Tenshou from space.

Hibiki's Jeweling Dress Amazes Everyone as Friends Request a Space Aikatsu Performance

The other characters are astonished by Hibiki and her Jeweling Dress. Seeking to understand the secrets of the outfit, Mio and the other girls request that Hibiki demonstrate Space Aikatsu for them.

Hibiki transforms a planned interview series into a prank show format.

Seeking to better understand the idols at Star Harmony Academy, Hibiki’s producers arrange a television program designed for her to conduct interviews with them. However, Hibiki chooses to alter the concept to make the experience more engaging. She decides to replace the standard interview structure with a prank show format, shifting the focus from conversation to playful deception. This change in direction aims to create a more entertaining dynamic for the participants and the audience, diverging from the original intent of the producers who sought to facilitate a straightforward introduction between Hibiki and the academy's talent.

Aine Strives to Create Her Own Jeweling Dress While Managing Wakaba's Shadowing

Aine is determined to keep up with Mio and earn her own jeweling dress. Having found an unrefined jewel, Aine gets the chance to make it shine when Mirai asks her if her protégé Wakaba can shadow her for the day. Unfortunately Aine lets thing go to her head and nearly loses the chance of earning her own jeweling dress.

Idols discover a shrine stone that swaps their friends and causes trouble

After HoneyCat and Reflect Moon locate an old shrine while searching for unrefined jewels, they find a magical stone. This artifact causes the idols to swap their Friends pairs, leading to initially positive new experiences. However, the situation deteriorates when the stone's power becomes malevolent, disrupting the group's harmony.

Hibiki struggles to reform I Believe with Alicia while Karen offers guidance and friends provide support.

Hibiki remains unable to reform I Believe alongside Alicia and feels uncertain about her next steps. After confiding in Aine, Mio, and Mirai, Karen appears to reveal she has already spoken with Alicia. Karen points out that Hibiki has not yet met Alicia in person to request the formation of their Friends, but Hibiki hesitates due to a fear of rejection. In response, Aine and Mio offer to help Hibiki overcome this fear by first confronting their own fears regarding Love Me Tear, aiming to inspire her to move forward with the group's reformation efforts.

Aine and Mio prepare for a trip to Sorbett Kingdom despite Aine's lack of travel experience.

Hibiki invites Aine and Mio to visit the Sorbett Kingdom, prompting the group to start their departure preparations from Japan. The process becomes unexpectedly difficult when Aine admits she has never traveled outside of Japan before. Furthermore, she reveals that she does not currently possess a passport, creating a significant obstacle for the planned international journey that the characters must now address before they can proceed with their travel plans.

The Sorbette Kingdom Bans Entry, Charles Helps Idols Introduce Aikatsu

The group reaches the Sorbette Kingdom but is barred from entering by the military under Princess Alicia's command. Her younger brother Charles intervenes, granting them access. Hibiki confronts Alicia to persuade her to reform I Believe, but she declines. Charles then inquires about Aikatsu, discovering the locals are unfamiliar with it. Consequently, Aine and Mio organize a concert to showcase Aikatsu to the citizens of the Sorbette Kingdom, aiming to introduce the phenomenon to those who have never heard of it.

The Secret Words are evol ustakiA!

A blizzard buries Aine and Mio's snow stage, prompting Karen and Mirai to arrive and assist the stranded idols. Noticing a group of children watching them, the girls invite the kids to participate in Aikatsu, an offer the children initially accept. However, after Karen and Mirai confront Alicia, the children abruptly withdraw their consent and refuse to play. To lift the spirits of the group, Mirai proposes a game where no one is allowed to say the word Aikatsu until she gives permission. Instead, all participants must use the phrase evol ustakiA as their secret code for the duration of the activity.

Aikatsu! Forbidden!?

While visiting the Kingdom, Aine and her friends continue their Aikatsu activities despite Alicia’s reluctance. Their performances inspire the citizens of Sorbette to participate as well. As Alicia’s past memories resurface, she begins to reconsider her stance on Aikatsu. Snowdan, the Captain of her Knights, misinterprets her internal conflict as distress caused by the activity. Believing he is protecting Alicia’s feelings, Snowdan issues a ban on Aikatsu throughout the Kingdom. Consequently, Hibiki becomes determined to find a method to oppose Snowdan’s decree and restore happiness to Alicia’s life.

Aine and Mio seek to restore Alicia's smile before departing for Japan

Aine and Mio learn they must return to Japan soon to continue their Brand Sponsorship, leaving them disheartened that they have not yet helped Hibiki and Alicia. The citizens of the Sorbette Kingdom request that the idols make Alicia smile again before they depart. Hibiki believes Alicia only needs to take the stage for her love of Aikatsu to be rekindled. When Charles' pleas fail to sway his sister's mind, an incoming blizzard gives Mio an idea.

Honey Cat and Reflect Moon host a welcome back party for Aine and Mio.

Honey Cat and Reflect Moon organize a welcome back party for Aine and Mio. Maika and Ema cannot assist due to work schedules, so Sakuya and Kaguya manage the preparations alone. Mirai and Karen return home early, and Mirai brings Wakaba to help. The event does not proceed smoothly for the idols.

Alicia seeks guidance from Pure Palette and stays with Karen to find her path.

Alicia contemplates the best way to return to Aikatsu and requests to shadow Pure Palette for a day. She also recognizes she lacks accommodation, prompting Karen to offer her a place to stay at her mansion. Through the supportive Friend Energy displayed by Pure Palette and Karen’s generosity, Alicia gains clarity on the necessary steps to progress in her career and personal growth.

Honey Cat concludes her global tour as Maika and Ema consider future plans

With the conclusion of HoneyCat's international concert series, the narrative shifts to personal reflections. Maika and Ema engage in a conversation regarding their upcoming activities and decisions. The episode focuses on their dialogue about what steps to take next following the end of the tour, without introducing new plot events or external conflicts. The summary relies solely on the interaction between these two characters as they ponder their future directions in the context of the tour's completion.

Aine and Mio suggest a Friends date so Hibiki can reconnect with Alicia

Aine and Mio question Hibiki regarding the timeline for resuming their activities as I Believe alongside Alicia. Hibiki explains that she has not yet had the opportunity to speak with Alicia since her return to Japan. To resolve this, Aine proposes a solution for the pair. She advises Hibiki to invite Alicia on a Friends date to facilitate communication and move forward with their plans.

Star Harmony Academy Open Day and Wakaba's Distressing Encounter

Star Harmony Academy hosts an open day event to showcase the institution and idol training methods. Mirai asks Wakaba to assist, believing her student requires essential development to succeed as an idol. Wakaba initially handles her duties without issue. However, the atmosphere shifts when a former friend arrives at the school. This unexpected reunion causes Wakaba significant emotional distress, disrupting her composure and the smooth operation of the event. The situation highlights the personal challenges Wakaba faces alongside her professional responsibilities during this public showcase.

Wakaba faces hesitation before her long-awaited idol debut

Mirai observes Wakaba’s significant growth as an idol and determines that she is ready to perform independently. Consequently, Mirai decides it is time for Wakaba to make her official debut. However, as the scheduled day for this major event draws near, Wakaba displays signs of distress and reluctance. She appears troubled by the prospect of stepping into the spotlight, contrasting with the progress she has made. This internal conflict suggests that despite her readiness in the eyes of her mentor, Wakaba is not yet fully prepared to embrace her new role as a solo performer.

Shocking News from Home Leads to a Festival Plan Amidst Racing Duties

Alicia learns that worsening winter conditions in the Sorbette Kingdom threaten the citizens' happiness. Remembering a legend about a jewel-based festival that could bring a miracle, she and her friends consider recreating it using their Jeweling Dresses. While Karen and Mirai suggest involving Pure Palette, Tamaki hesitates due to the girls' busy schedules, including the upcoming Aikatsu! Go Kart Grand Prix. To resolve this, Aine and Mio propose that winning the race will prove they can handle both the competition and the festival production, convincing Tamaki to let them proceed with the plan.

The idols enjoy a well-deserved break from work at the beach

The idols are granted a well-deserved break from their work schedule and spend the day relaxing at the beach.

Alicia struggles with self-doubt while reforming I Believe with Hibiki's help

Alicia experiences hesitation regarding the reformation of I Believe alongside Hibiki. She believes she lags significantly behind her partner in Aikatsu skills due to a five-year hiatus. As Alicia attempts to bridge this gap and improve her abilities, she faces internal conflict about her progress. Recognizing Alicia's struggle, Hibiki steps in to provide assistance. The narrative focuses on Alicia's effort to catch up while receiving support from her teammate during this period of professional development and personal adjustment.

Kaguya weighs studying abroad in New York against her bond with Sakuya

Kaguya mentors younger students and views an advertisement for Karen's Idol school in New York City as a chance to grow and become a better mentor. However, studying abroad means being apart from Sakuya for the first time in her life, causing her to worry if Sakuya can take care of herself in her absence. The situation becomes more complicated when the twins discover that their manager Hariu appears to be romantically involved with Tamaki.

Aine and Mio invite idols for the Jeweling Festival while worrying about Karen and Mirai's return

With the Jeweling Festival approaching, Aine and Mio start formally inviting participating idols to join the event. They encounter a hurdle when approaching Karen and Mirai, who explain that their demanding work schedules make it difficult to accommodate additional commitments. This situation causes Aine and Mio to question whether Love Me Tear will actually participate in the festival. Furthermore, they begin to worry about how the year-long separation might affect Karen and Mirai's performance capabilities on stage, casting doubt on their readiness for the upcoming competition.

The Night Before the Jeweling Festival

A Stage Beyond Time