AKB0048: Episode 0

A school idol group called AKB0048 is highly popular and composed of attractive and skilled members. Hoshina Furea is a quiet girl with aspirations to join the group, as does her childhood friend Noa, who is considered a likely candidate for a leadership role. Both share the same ambition, which creates tension between them. The story explores how their friendship is affected by their mutual desire to become part of AKB0048 and achieve greater success within it.