Aikatsu Friends! Episode 6 Review: What is the appeal of the third TV series?

The appeal and full picture of "Aikatsu Friends!"

"Aikatsu Friends!" is a TV anime series that aired on TV Tokyo from April 5, 2018 to March 28, 2019. Based on a card game and produced by BN Pictures, this work captivated many fans as a long-running series of 50 episodes. Here, we will take a deeper look at its appeal and details.

story

"Aikatsu Friends!" is set at Star Harmony Academy. The main character, Aine Yuki, is a second-year middle school student in the general education department who is great at making friends. She becomes friends with the school's top idol, Mio Minato, and they end up performing together on the "Aikatsu!" stage. What awaited her there were meetings with unique idols such as Maika Chono and Ema Hinata, work in the entertainment industry, and busy days of school life.

Aine and Mio form a duo called "Friends" and aim to become top idols. Their goal is to become the sparkling "Diamond Friends." The dresses worn by Karen Kamishiro and Mirai Asuka shine like diamonds, and their presence becomes a big role model for Aine and Mio.

Commentary

The concept of "Aikatsu Friends!" is to collect "Aikatsu! Cards" and dress up. Based on the concept that fans are friends, and cards are friends, the show unfolds a world full of friends and dreams. The show aims to deliver excitement and laughter to viewers with themes of friendship and dreams.

cast

The voice actors for the main characters are as follows:

• Yuki Aine - Matsunaga Akane
• Minato Mio - Kido Ibuki
• Chono Maika - Miyama Karen
• Hinata Emma - Ninomiya Yui
• Karen Kamishiro - Azusa Tadokoro
• Asuka Mirai - Ayaka Ohashi
• Coco - Sumire Morohoshi

These voice actors bring depth to the work with their performances that make the most of the individuality of each character. In particular, the dialogue between Akane Matsunaga, who plays Aine Yuki, and Ibuki Kido, who plays Mio Minato, moved the audience deeply.

Main Staff

The following staff members are involved in the production of "Aikatsu Friends!"

• Planning and original work - BN Pictures
• Original idea - Bandai
• Director: Tatsuya Igarashi
• Series Composition - Yuko Kakihara
• Character design - Satomi Watanabe
• Supervisor - Ryuichi Kimura
• Sound Director: Hiromi Kikuta
• Music - DIGZ MOTION SOUNDS

The work that these staff members created together boasts extremely high quality both visually and aurally. In particular, the beautiful visuals by character designer Satomi Watanabe captured the hearts of viewers.

Main Characters

Let's take a closer look at the main characters of "Aikatsu Friends!"

Yuki Aine

She is a second-year junior high school student in the general education department at Star Harmony Academy. She is very good at making friends, and her catchphrase is "I'll make a million friends." She is cheerful, positive, and kind-hearted, and she cares about other people's feelings. Her talent for making friends has a big impact on the progression of the story.

Minato Mio

A second-year junior high school student in the idol department at Star Harmony Academy. She is a popular idol and an exclusive model for "Aikatsu! Style Times." She has an excellent fashion sense and is also a talented designer, serving as the designer and muse for her own brand, "Material Color." Her fashion sense and talent are important elements in the story.

Chono Maika

She is a second-year junior high school student who belongs to the idol department of Star Harmony Academy. She has a mature and dignified appearance, and is a cool and mysterious girl. Her mysterious charm adds depth to the story.

Hinata Emma

A third-year junior high school student in the idol department at Star Harmony Academy. She is one year older than Aine and her friends, and is a caring older sister. Her kindness and leadership are essential to the progression of the story.

Karen Kamishiro

She is one of the Friends "Love Me Tear" who won the Diamond Friends Cup. She is a graduate of Star Harmony Academy and is currently a second-year high school student. She is a rich girl who was raised as a true princess. Her noble aura and talent are important elements of the story.

Asuka Mirai

She is one of the Friends "Love Me Tear" who won the Diamond Friends Cup. She is a graduate of Star Harmony Academy and is currently a second-year high school student. She is a fashion-conscious girl who loves social media. Her modern sensibility and talent will breathe new life into the story.

subtitle

The subtitles for each episode of "Aikatsu Friends!" are as follows:

• Episode 1 - Hello Friends!
• Episode 2 - Invincible Love Me Tear☆
• Episode 3 - A Vivid Inspiration
• Episode 4 - My dream brand
• Episode 5 - Maika Like a Butterfly!
• Episode 6 - Hinata Emergency!?
• Episode 7 - The Road to the Future
• Episode 8 - Mio's Big CM Plan!
• Episode 9 - Melody of Courage♪
• Episode 10 - Pretty Sexy Honey Cat!
• Episode 11 - A dramatic confession!
• Episode 12 - Tomato, Big Carp☆
• Episode 13 - How to Karen
• Episode 14 - Go Go Friends!
• Episode 15 - ITube☆Cinderella
• Episode 16 - Mio becomes a hero
• Episode 17 - A Fateful Encounter Guided by the Moon
• Episode 18 - Even a Slight Chance
• Episode 19 - Deliver the Power of Friendship!
• Episode 20 - Lacrosse or Friends!
• Episode 21 - Spreading Harmony♪
• Episode 22 - Premonition of the Full Moon
• Episode 23 - The Scream Moment
• Episode 24 - Rivals are Friends!
• Episode 25 - Surpass Love Me Tear!
• Episode 26 - Friends Gather♪Aikatsu Autumn☆
• Episode 27 - The Radiance of the Full Moon
• Episode 28 - Friends Even Alone
• Episode 29 - Aine's Halloween Panic!
• Episode 30 - Dubbing Challenge ★ Mio
• Episode 31 - The legendary 101st match!
• Episode 32 - Exciting Adventure on Karen Island!
• Episode 33 - Boom! Adventure on Kazan Island!
• Episode 34 - Happiness for everyone♪
• Episode 35 - Treasure Hunter Alert!
• Episode 36 - A turbulent runway!
• Episode 37 - Merry Friends Christmas
• Episode 38 - Here it is! Aikatsu Singing Contest
• Episode 39 - The Diamond Friends Cup Begins!
• Episode 40 - Believe it
• Episode 41 - Unleash the Love Me Zone!
• Episode 42 - The Miracle of Friendship
• Episode 43 - A Scene of Thanks
• Episode 44 - A Minty Confession
• Episode 45 - My Friend is a Paparazzi!?
• Episode 46 - The Princess from the Moon
• Episode 47 - Idol's Cocoroe
• Episode 48 - Cats' Honey Job
• Episode 49 - The Final Chapter of the Legend
• Episode 50 - The Future that Only Exists

These subtitles briefly describe the content of each episode, making it easier for viewers to predict how the story will unfold, and also give a sense of the theme and character development of each episode.

Theme songs and music

We will also introduce the theme song and insert songs of "Aikatsu Friends!"

Opening Theme

• Episodes 1 to 25 - "Thanks? It's okay."
• Lyricist: Sarari Matsubara
• Composed by: Shota Katayama, Itsuki Fujisue
• Edited by Mitsu.J
• Sung by Aine Mio from BEST FRIENDS!
• Episodes 26 to 50 - "Something that can only be found there"
• Lyricist: Sarari Matsubara
• Composition and editing: Mitsu.J
• Sung by Aine Mio from BEST FRIENDS!

Ending Theme

• Episodes 1-25 - "Believe it"
• Lyricist: Sarari Matsubara
• Composer - Coffee Creamers
• Edit - SHOW
• Song: Karen Mirai from BEST FRIENDS!
• Episodes 26-50 - "Pride"
• Lyricist: Sarari Matsubara
• Composed by: Shota Katayama, Itsuki Fujisue
• Edited by Shota Katayama
• Song: Karen Mirai from BEST FRIENDS!

These songs not only enhance the atmosphere of the story, but also resonate deeply with the hearts of viewers. In particular, "Thank You? It's Okay" and "Soko Shikanai Mono" were loved by many fans as songs that symbolize the growth and friendship of Aine and Mio. In addition, "Believe it" and "Pride" are memorable songs that express the brilliance and pride of Karen and Mirai.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Aikatsu Friends!" is a heartwarming story about friendship and dreams, and is a work that boasts extremely high quality both visually and aurally. The story, which depicts the growth of the characters and the deepening of friendship, has touched many viewers. In addition, the beautiful character designs and attractive music also enhance the appeal of the work.

I highly recommend this work, especially to young women and idol fans. It will enrich your soul as it teaches you the importance of making friends and the attitude of working hard towards your dreams. I also recommend this work to those who enjoy the beauty of animation and the quality of music.

Furthermore, "Aikatsu Friends!" is also related to other "Aikatsu!" series, so you can gain a deeper understanding and be moved by watching the whole series. Please watch this wonderful work and experience its charm for yourself.