description Aikatsu! Overview
An idol's brilliance illuminates the dreams of humanity. Starlight Academy, a holy ground for celebrities in training, seeks to realize this belief. Behind its rigorous entrance requirements lie not only the top young stars in the entertainment business, but some of the best memories these students will ever have. Or so Aoi Kiriya believes.
Alongside her best friend Ichigo, Aoi decides to apply for the prestigious private school in hopes of living up to the praise of the biggest idol in the world: Mizuki Kanzaki. As they journey through the numerous laughs, friendships, and heartbreaks that await them, can the two girls light up the lives of others as Mizuki has done for them?
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Who is the main character in the original Aikatsu! anime?
The original series primarily follows Ichigo Hoshimiya, an energetic girl who enrolls in Starlight Academy alongside her best friend Aoi Kiriya. Together, they navigate the rigorous idol curriculum using the Aikatsu Cards to perform on stage. The show originally premiered in 2012 and helped kick off the entire Aikatsu! arcade and media franchise.
How many episodes does the first season of Aikatsu! have?
The first season of Aikatsu! consists of 50 episodes. It was produced by the animation studio Sunrise, specifically Team Ichigo, and aired on TV Tokyo. This initial run laid the groundwork for the massive idol-training card arcade game.
Do I need to play the arcade game to understand the Aikatsu! anime?
No, the anime functions perfectly well as a standalone story and does not require playing the Bandai arcade game. However, the show acts as a direct advertisement for the data carddass machines, teaching viewers exactly how the cards work. The anime often highlights specific brands and rare cards that players could use in real life.
What is the main goal of the idols at Starlight Academy?
The students at Starlight Academy strive to become top idols by attending normal school classes alongside specialized idol training. They participate in live auditions and performances using special Aikatsu Cards to coordinate their outfits and songs. Winning these auditions grants them higher rankings and the chance to perform in the prestigious Starlight Queen Cup.
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