Ep. 11: Musatani Shopping Center Fights Department Store with Santa Girls and a Special Christmas Eve Surprise
Aired on March 17, 2014
As Christmas nears, the Musatani Shopping Center struggles against a new giant department store. Suzu recruits Sonico, Fuuri, and others to work as Santa girls to attract younger shoppers. In response, the rival store hires popular idols to steal their audience. To counter this, Suzu plans for an official Santa Claus to appear on Christmas Eve to win over families. Meanwhile, Sonico meets a young girl named Ayaka, who is distressed because her father cannot return home in time for the holiday. On Christmas Eve, Sonico takes Ayaka to meet Santa, revealing him to be her father, who presents her with her most desired gift.
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- Ep. 11 · Musatani Shopping Center Fights Department Store with Santa Girls and a Special Christmas Eve Surprise
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