SELECTION PROJECT
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EP 1Suzune Miyama advances to the national qualifying final of the idol audition show.
Oct 1, 2021Suzune Miyama, a junior high school student with aspirations of becoming an idol, has secured victory in the popular idol audition reality program known as SELECTION PROJECT. This achievement marks her progression to the next stage of the competition, which is the national qualifying final. The narrative focuses on her upcoming challenge as she prepares to face this significant milestone in her pursuit of an idol career. The story highlights her journey from the audition rounds to this critical final qualifying event, emphasizing the stakes involved in her continued participation in the series.
EP 2Seira drops out of Selection Project so Suzune can take her place in Tokyo
Oct 8, 2021While other competitors travel to Tokyo for the Selection Project, Seira asks Suzune to spend the day together. Seira confirms that Suzune still wishes to sing and decides to withdraw from the competition to study abroad. Consequently, Suzune takes Seira's spot on the show. Suzune then arrives at the studio's lodge, which serves as the residence for all contestants throughout the duration of the competition.
EP 3Contestants form groups to earn 100,000 yells while Suzune and Rena face a sudden boost and a tough decision.
Oct 15, 2021In the initial competition round, participants are divided into three groups tasked with accumulating 100,000 yells to advance. Suzune and Rena’s team unexpectedly receives half the required amount after rumors spread that Rena is Akari’s younger sister. Rena expresses her desire to win through her own abilities, prompting Suzune to share how Akari inspired her during a hospitalization. The two reconcile their relationship as both teammates and rivals, delivering a successful performance that secures their progression to the next stage. Concurrently, the host Sumipanda cautions the remaining contestants that one team is highly likely to be eliminated in this first round, adding pressure to the ongoing challenges.
EP 4Splash Soda group faces deadline pressure while resolving creative differences
Oct 22, 2021Hiromi, Nagisa, Nodoka, and Ao’s team must secure necessary cheers before time runs out. Hiromi insists on perfectly copying an existing routine, but Nagisa argues for greater individuality. Suzune intervenes to help the members listen to one another. Hiromi eventually acknowledges her approach was incorrect. The group, Splash Soda, delivers a successful performance. This effort brings them closer to the final amount of support required for their goal.
EP 5GapsCaps members face deadline pressure before shrine visit boosts morale
Oct 29, 2021The GapsCaps group, consisting of Uta, Mako, and Shiori, faces pressure regarding their upcoming performance deadline. Shiori insists on achieving perfection, while Mako grows frustrated with the group's constant arguments after Splash Soda meets the yell requirement. She questions whether they should quit entirely. Following a conversation with her mother and receiving support from her family, Mako visits a shrine to reconnect with her aspirations. This experience helps her regain confidence and motivate her teammates. Consequently, the group succeeds in passing the first round, securing exactly 1,000,000 cheers.
EP 6Suzune hides a chest scar from heart surgery during swimsuit performance round
Nov 5, 2021During the second round, the girls must perform in swimsuits, but Suzune refuses to wear revealing clothing. Rena confronts her and discovers a scar on Suzune’s chest resulting from life-saving heart surgery. Although Rena promises to keep the secret, the other girls’ suspicions about Suzune’s secrecy compel her to reveal the truth herself. Overcome with shame after the disclosure, Suzune runs away from the group.
EP 7Suzune Overcomes Guilt to Rejoin Practice While Sumipanda Reveals Final Round Voting Rules
Nov 12, 2021Suzune avoids practice due to guilt over her heart donor. The group discovers Sumipanda is former idol Red-bean Jun. Rena shares her organ donor card and advises Suzune to write to the donor's family. A fan letter from a hospitalized girl, combined with Rena's support, helps Suzune return to training. The group performs well and passes round 2. Sumipanda then announces that only seven contestants will advance to the final round. The remaining participants must vote to determine which two members will be eliminated from the competition.
EP 8Rena discovers Akari's heart in letters from her mother, causing conflict with Suzune over the vote.
Nov 19, 2021With a crucial vote approaching, tension rises among the group. Rena receives a package from her mother containing family correspondence, including a letter from Suzune. While investigating Rena’s refusal to participate in a vote-related interview, Suzune uncovers the truth: the heart Rena possesses was originally given to her by Akari before Akari’s death. This revelation triggers an emotional outburst from Rena, who directs her anger at Suzune. Rena accuses Suzune of achieving her current success solely because of Akari’s heart, leading to a strained confrontation between the two characters amidst the political uncertainty.
EP 9Rena apologizes to Suzune and declares her intention to quit the stage
Nov 26, 2021Overcome by guilt regarding her previous words to Suzune, Rena offers a sincere apology. She explains that she was intimidated by Suzune's unique talent and had long harbored a desire to meet the person whose life Akari had saved. During a subsequent interview, Rena asserts that she feels unworthy of performing on stage, thereby announcing her decision to withdraw from the competition. Following this announcement, the other participants take time to carefully consider the situation before the scheduled voting day finally arrives.
EP 10Rena Rediscovers Her Desire to Sing with the Group 9-tie
Dec 3, 2021The Selection Project concludes with a tie as all participants vote for themselves, aiming to perform as a nine-member unit. This refusal to vote again leads to disqualification for everyone, ending the seventh season without a winner. In the subsequent weeks, the girls gather on weekends to discuss forming their own group. Rena assumes a passive role, believing she lacks a reason to sing. However, after reflecting on Akari’s past words, Rena realizes her true desire to sing alongside her friends as the idol group 9-tie.
EP 119-tie faces audience struggles and Karin's anger before returning to Selection Project
Dec 10, 20219-tie performs weekly but struggles to attract an audience. Karin and Ayano, who competed in the north Kanto qualifiers with Suzune, express frustration over the group's withdrawal. Despite this, 9-tie promotes their mini-concerts to build a decent crowd and wins over Karin and Ayano with their performance. Impressed by their success, Jun invites the group back to Selection Project for a special final round. They are offered a professional debut if they can earn 2,000,000 yells. As the girls return to the lodge to prepare for this challenge, Suzune begins to behave strangely.
EP 12Suzune collapses from exhaustion as Sunny reveals her true role in the Selection Project.
Dec 17, 2021Before the final round, Suzune collapses due to overexhaustion and falls unconscious. Rena and dorm mother Sunny take her to the hospital, where Sunny discloses she is the CEO of the Selection Project who became a dorm mother to prevent a repeat of the incident involving Akari. While they are away, the remaining contestants attempt to delay the program's start until their return. Jun helps buy time by broadcasting behind-the-scenes footage. As the other girls send out wishes to wake Suzune, Akari appears in Suzune's dream to confront her.
EP 13Suzune Awakens to Help Rena Reach Project Select Signing
Dec 24, 2021Encouraged by Akari and their shared passion for supporting others, Suzune regains consciousness. This timely awakening enables her and Rena to arrive at the venue just in time for the event. Thanks to their combined efforts, the group 9-tie successfully achieves their goal. Consequently, they are officially signed on by Project Select, marking a significant milestone for the team.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does SELECTION PROJECT have?
- SELECTION PROJECT has 13 episodes.
- When did SELECTION PROJECT come out?
- SELECTION PROJECT came out in 2021.
- Which studio made SELECTION PROJECT?
- SELECTION PROJECT was produced by Doga Kobo.
- Who directed SELECTION PROJECT?
- SELECTION PROJECT was directed by Daisuke Hiramaki.
- Is SELECTION PROJECT finished?
- Current status of SELECTION PROJECT: Finished.