Kageki Shoujo!!
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EP 1Former idol Ai Narata faces hostility while pursuing her dream at the exclusive Kouka School.
Jul 4, 2021Ai Narata, a former member of the idol group JPX48, gains admission to the prestigious Kouka School of Musical and Theatrical Arts, which accepts fewer than 40 students annually. She attempts to travel incognito, but her cover is compromised, and her controversial early graduation from JPX48 precedes her arrival, marking her as an outcast. While drawn to a cursed sakura tree on campus, Ai interacts with Sarasa Watanabe, a tall girl who retrieves Ai’s blown ticket from the branches. Sarasa asks for a photo under the tree and declares her ambition to become a top star, drawing stares from onlookers in the courtyard, including a daughter of stage actors and a former prima ballerina who chose the school instead.
EP 2Sarasa explores the theater backstage and discovers a hidden stage entrance.
Jul 11, 2021On the first day of class, freshmen meet their second-year advisors and tour the Kouka Theater. Sarasa finds an open door that Andou-sensei warns against entering. She proceeds through to the stage area, where her presence captivates Ai. A spotlight illuminates Sarasa after crew members mistake her for staff. While this occurs, Ai's stalker arrives in Kobe.
EP 3Ai confronts her traumatic past and a stalker's arrival at Hanamichi Way
Jul 18, 2021This episode explores Ai's history, revealing the deception regarding a teddy bear her actress mother claimed came from her absent father. It addresses the origin of her deep-seated hatred for men, stemming from sexual harassment by her mother's boyfriend during her junior high school years. Although Ai joined JPX48 hoping to escape male attention, the narrative demonstrates that this goal remains unfulfilled. Simultaneously, the tension escalates as her stalker reaches Hanamichi Way, placing him in close proximity to Ai's current location. These events collectively highlight the ongoing psychological impact of her past trauma and the immediate physical threat posed by the pursuer, underscoring the complexity of her journey within the group.
EP 4Ai flees panic attack while Mikiya apologizes to Sarasa for Ai's expulsion from JPX
Jul 25, 2021Ai suffers a panic attack and runs, leaving Sarasa with Mikiya Kitaouji, who collapses in tears to apologize for Ai's JPX expulsion. Taichi-sensei reveals Ai ended his NEET lifestyle, but a hand-holding incident caused her to label him a creep. He clarifies Ai does not hate Mikiya and was never attached to JPX. Guilt-ridden, Ai returns to find them dancing, sparking hatred. She argues with Sarasa and skips class. Sarasa faces upperclassmen over a social media photo taken by Hijiri, denying her relationship with Taichi. Mikiya locates the distressed Sarasa near the harbor, saving her from harassers. Taichi and Sarasa arrive, with Sarasa screaming to scare them off. Ai thanks Mikiya, who departs with a souvenir, vowing to see her on the Kouka stage. Ai questions Sarasa about forgetting, who replies she covers emotions with good memories. Ayako Yamada's dieting spirals out of control during double morning cleaning.
EP 5Ai reconciles with Sarasa after a theater performance while Ayako recovers from her eating disorder.
Aug 1, 2021Ai attempts to repair her friendship with Sarasa, who initially ignores her. They attend a Winter Troupe performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Kouka Theater, where Ai attracts the attention of an actress's companion. Sarasa surprises everyone by reciting lines from memory, proving her skill beyond Rose of Versailles, which leads Ai to hold her hand and reconcile. Meanwhile, Ayako’s health deteriorates due to binge eating and vomiting. Onodera-sensei reprimands Tachibana-sensei for calling Ayako a fatty, a comment that triggered her disorder. After Ayako collapses during voice class, Onodera-sensei takes her to the hospital and encourages her to continue, recognizing her vocal talent. She returns to class after resting and delivers a stunning solo. Ayako apologizes to Ai for her earlier outburst, and these events motivate Ai to work harder toward becoming a Kouka actress.
EP 6Class performs Romeo and Juliet trial while Ai overcomes kanji issues and Sarasa receives critical feedback
Aug 8, 2021The class undertakes a trial acting performance of Romeo and Juliet, dividing into groups of four with two weeks to prepare. Ai overcomes her difficulty reading kanji and avoids harsh criticism from Andou-sensei by delivering a unique non-smiling interpretation of Juliet. Chika Sawada recovers after stumbling on her lines, while Kaoru Hoshino is advised to act freely without letting her mind wander. Andou-sensei praises Sarasa’s portrayal of Tybalt but warns that she will not achieve top star status unless she changes her approach. This assessment occurs just as she turns 16 years old.
EP 7Sarasa Reflects on Kabuki Heritage and Akiya’s Dedication During Summer Break
Aug 15, 2021Sarasa contemplates Andou-sensei’s critique regarding her portrayal of Tybalt while heading home for summer break with Ai. Akiya Shirakawa explains that kabuki balances tradition with innovation, offering them tickets to a Sukeroku performance to demonstrate his dedication. Watching Akiya act, Sarasa recalls performing Sukeroku for her late grandmother and sheds tears. Akiya urges her to stay focused on her single path. The episode details Sarasa’s background as Kozaburou’s illegitimate daughter and Kaou Shirakawa’s granddaughter, known as Daidai-sensei. Akiya is also a kabuki heir. Sarasa’s talent once threatened Akiya’s status, leading her instructor to ban her from the role. Her grandfather cut her off from the family and banned the Shirakawas from her grandmother’s funeral due to this conflict.
EP 8Kaoru Hoshino reflects on her past relationship with Rikuto Tsuji before attending Kouka School.
Aug 22, 2021Before entering Kouka School, Kaoru Hoshino faced pressure from comparisons to her actress grandmother and mother, while peers mocked her umbrella use. She bonded with Rikuto Tsuji, brother of a baseball star, over shared familial expectations, but they broke up due to conflicting views on success. Kaoru desired to emulate her family, whereas Rikuto felt burdened by his brother’s legacy. After a fight at a fireworks display, Kaoru blocked him and avoided their usual bus stop. Rikuto eventually became a starter for his team’s Koushien run, hitting a home run that Kaoru watched with happiness before their early elimination. At the start of the second semester, Sarasa shows Kaoru a photo of that bus stop, now bearing a thank-you note from Rikuto. Kaoru smiles, romanticizing the memory and promising to reserve him a front-row seat at the SS section if he still plays when she crosses the silver bridge.
EP 9Rehearsals for the Grand Kouka School Festival bring Superiors and students together.
Aug 29, 2021Preparations for the Grand Kouka School Festival involve Superiors, alumni of the Kouka School, collaborating with current students. This arrangement places top actresses of the Kouka Troupe in close proximity to the First Years. Sarasa and her peers accidentally enter a room occupied by leading stars from all four troupes, where they appreciate the Superiors' approachable nature. Mirei Nohara, a Superior, encounters Chiaki, but when she mistakenly calls for Chiaki's twin sister Chika, Chika ignores the call. The next day, Chiaki faces reprimands until Sarasa explains the existence of the twin sister. Although no formal penalties are imposed to protect those pursuing Kouka ambitions, Chiaki perceives distance from the Superiors. This tension triggers a conflict between the twins, revealing Chika’s past decision to delay her admission after Chiaki’s initial failure. Akiha Ichijou, another Superior, apologizes to Sarasa for the misunderstanding and commends her loyalty as embodying the Kouka spirit. Chika later apologizes to Mirei, admitting jealousy hindered her response. Mirei advises channeling such negativity into ambition. The twins reconcile, acknowledging their diverging paths at Kouka School, though they hope their journeys will eventually converge. This incident strengthens the bond between the twins and Mirei, who serves on the Board of Directors alongside Akiha. As the sports festival approaches, team leader Shiina Reo informs Akiha that a relay racer has sprained her leg. While management suggests a Superior substitute, Akiha proposes a Centennial Class member instead.
EP 10Sarasa Faces Bullying and Receives Roses During the Ten-Year Sports Festival Relay
Sep 5, 2021Sarasa is selected as a substitute runner for the Spring Troupe’s relay race under Shiina, drawing envy from second-years and harassment from Hijiri Nojima. This stress causes her to freeze during the presentation, requiring intervention from Risa and Sei Satomi of the Winter Troupe. Sei delivers a pep talk and presents red roses, which Kouzaburou secretly places on her before leaving with Akiya. Encouraged by Ai to embody her ideal self, Sarasa wears fake breasts to match her E-cup aspiration. During the race, Sei fumbles the baton and crashes into Sarasa, yet they finish third and fourth while crossing the line hand-in-hand. Akiha reveals she chose Sarasa to repay her for defending a friend and due to a shared connection to the role of Lady Oscar, which Akiha performed ten years prior. The decennial Sports Festival concludes successfully.
EP 11Four out of Forty Freshmen Compete for Romeo and Juliet Roles at Kouka School Festival
Sep 12, 2021The Kouka School Cultural Festival Show allocates a fifteen-minute slot to the First Years, originally intended for the Second Years, featuring Romeo and Juliet. Due to time constraints, only four of the forty freshmen will be selected through auditions. Sarasa, encouraged by Ai and Akiya, aims to secure the role of Tybalt to avenge a previous mistake. The auditions become highly competitive, with rival Sawa Sugimoto intensifying her performance. While experienced students like Ai face challenges understanding Juliet's emotions, as noted by senior adviser Hijiri, the pressure significantly affects timid participants such as Ayako.
EP 12Ayako delivers a stunning Juliet performance while Sarasa faces a Romeo twist
Sep 19, 2021Ayako overcomes her shyness to deliver a stunning performance as Juliet, impressing Ai and Onodera-sensei after Sawa encouraged her to give it her all. Ai, Sawa, the Sawada twins, and Kaoru complete their auditions, with Sawa using ballet skills to portray Tybalt while thinking of Sarasa. As Sarasa waits for her turn, she recalls accepting Akiya as her boyfriend before leaving for Kouka School. However, her audition takes an unexpected turn when Andou-sensei, known as "The Phantom," steps in to take the role of Romeo, changing the dynamics of the casting process entirely.
EP 13Sarasa wins Tybalt role while Ayako surprises peers as Juliet in casting results
Sep 26, 2021Sarasa secures the part of Tybalt after applying Daidai-sensei’s advice on voice execution to impress judges. Ayako unexpectedly receives the role of Juliet, drawing skepticism from classmates until Kaoru defends her suitability. Ai misses out because her portrayal is deemed too mature for the innocent fourteen-year-old character. Sawa, who narrowly lost to Sarasa, expresses frustration to Andou-sensei, comparing herself to Antonio Salieri and feeling unable to surpass prodigies like Sarasa despite her own skills. Ohgi-sensei reveals he awarded his tiebreaker vote to Sarasa due to her potential as a hardcore Kouka fan. Tomomi consoles Sawa, who hides her fan mail. The Centennial Class concludes the period with a photo shoot for the poster announcing admissions for the 101st Class.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Kageki Shoujo!! have?
- Kageki Shoujo!! has 13 episodes.
- When did Kageki Shoujo!! come out?
- Kageki Shoujo!! came out in 2021.
- Which studio made Kageki Shoujo!!?
- Kageki Shoujo!! was produced by PINE JAM.
- Who directed Kageki Shoujo!!?
- Kageki Shoujo!! was directed by Kazuhiro Yoneda.
- Is Kageki Shoujo!! finished?
- Current status of Kageki Shoujo!!: Finished.