Ep. 9: Ikuto and Chiyuki acknowledge their rivalry while preparing for the Geika Festival with new themes.
Chiyuki shares her history with Kokoro, and Ikuto reveals his show’s theme is wind. Upon arriving at Yanagida’s, the trio realizes they are all acquainted. After witnessing a conflict between Kokoro and Igarashi, Chiyuki recalls Ikuto’s faith in Kokoro’s dedication and decides to model for her show. She declares herself and Ikuto official rivals, prompting Ikuto to restart his designs. His mother promises the family will attend his show. At Geika, Ikuto challenges Toh and recruits Ryuunosuke Eda, Kaoru’s childhood friend specializing in men’s wear, to assist with his new harmony theme, which mirrors Toh’s focus. This sets up a direct competition. Combining insights from Yanagida, Ryuunosuke’s expertise, and his own creativity, Ikuto prepares to present his work at the Geika Festival.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Ikuto and Kokoro navigate personal doubts while preparing for the Geika Festival design challenge.
- Ep. 6 · Ikuto submits pajamas while Chiyuki navigates magazine rejections and a last-minute modeling opportunity.
- Ep. 7 · Chiyuki confronts Kokoro's modeling ambitions while Igarashi reflects on her past and Ikuto seeks his path.
- Ep. 8 · Ikuto faces family crisis and financial pressure during the finals themed around the character wa.
- Ep. 9 · Ikuto and Chiyuki acknowledge their rivalry while preparing for the Geika Festival with new themes.
- Ep. 10 · Ikuto presents global harmony at Geika Festival while rivals prepare backstage
- Ep. 11 · Kokoro reveals her secret favor to Igarashi while Chiyuki models her designs.
- Ep. 12 · Toh withdraws from Geika Festival while Ikuto faces rejection and Kokoro wins first place.