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Aikatsu!: Season 2

51 episodes Premiered Oct 3, 2013 Updated Oct 1, 2026

Topic: Aikatsu! Season 2. Constraints: Use ONLY provided synopsis and sources. No invented facts. No markdown. No asterisks. No headings. No bullet points in the overview. Output Format: Valid JSON only. JSON Keys: overview: Factual 160-220 word summary of the narrative arc. primer: Array of exactly 4 concise bullet points (though the prompt says "bullet points", the JSON structure is an array of strings, and I must

Previously on Aikatsu!

Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Aikatsu! Season 1.
  • ⚡ Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
  • ⚡ Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
  • ⚡ Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
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Season overview

Topic: Aikatsu! Season 2.
Constraints: Use ONLY provided synopsis and sources. No invented facts. No markdown. No asterisks. No headings. No bullet points in the overview.
Output Format: Valid JSON only.
JSON Keys:
overview: Factual 160-220 word summary of the narrative arc.
primer: Array of exactly 4 concise bullet points (though the prompt says "bullet points", the JSON structure is an array of strings, and I must avoid markdown/asterisks in the text).
Synopsis: "After Ichigo takes a year-long break to train in America, she returns to find another idol school, Dream Academy, has appeared, bringing with it new rivals and friends."
Source [1]: Mentions Ichigo Hoshimiya is an ordinary middle school girl. Her best friend Aoi invites her to join the idol training academy.
Source [3]: Same as [1].
Other sources: General metadata (cast, crew, etc.) but no specific plot details for Season 2 beyond the synopsis.
Overview Construction:
The narrative of this season follows Ichigo Hoshimiya, an ordinary middle school girl who previously joined an idol training academy after being invited by her best friend, Aoi. Following a year-long break dedicated to training in America, Ichigo returns to the idol scene. Upon her return, she discovers that the landscape of idol training has changed with the appearance of a new idol school known as Dream Academy. This new institution introduces a variety of new friends and rivals into the existing environment. The season focuses on the developments surrounding Ichigo's return and the introduction of this new academy and its associated characters. (Word count check: ~105 words).
Wait, the constraint is 160-220 words.
Let's re-examine the sources. I have very little information.
Source 1/3: Ichigo Hoshimiya is a regular, ordinary middle school girl. Her best friend Aoi invites her to join the idol training academy.
Synopsis: Ichigo takes a year-long break to train in America. She returns. Dream Academy has appeared. New rivals and friends.
Drafting a longer overview (must stay within facts):
The story of this season centers on Ichigo Hoshimiya, who is described as a regular and ordinary middle school girl. Her journey into the world of idols began when her best friend, Aoi, invited her to join an idol training academy. After participating in the idol world, Ichigo takes a year-long break from her activities to undergo training

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Season 2 Episodes

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S2·E1 Mytharc

That Rock Chick is a Dream☆Girl

Oct 3, 2013 · 24 min

One year after Ichigo left for America, a new rival idol school, Dream Academy, has been formed, raising its own idols. Meanwhile, at Starlight Academy, where Otome is the current

S2·E2 Core

Welcome Back ♫ Strawberry

Oct 10, 2013 · 24 min

After Ichigo rekindles with everyone, Seira decides to test if she can pull off a Constellation Appeal, with Aoi letting her take her place in the concert. Ichigo manages to pull o

S2·E3 Core

La la la ☆ ★ rival

Oct 17, 2013 · 24 min

After failing to find some concrete details on what Ichigo got up to during her year in America, Kii sends Seira over to Ichigo's house to ask her in person.

S2·E4 Core

Secret of Smiles

Oct 24, 2013 · 24 min

As the idols have some new promotional photos taken, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran, along with Seira, are asked to help promote a new camera model by letting fans take pictures of them. Aft

S2·E5 Core

The Password is OK-OK-Okay☆

Oct 31, 2013 · 24 min

With an audition for the next Pon Pon Crepe image girl to replace Aoi coming up, Seira suggests Kii give it a go, but she states it wouldn't suit her since she's a producer.

S2·E6 Core

Top Secret of Love

Nov 7, 2013 · 24 min

The presence of a reporter known as Mister S, who is infamous for exposing idol love affairs, puts the other idols on high alert. Meanwhile, Aoi and Kii are asked to participate in

S2·E7 Core

Loose Cha-Ran-Way

Nov 14, 2013 · 24 min

As the subject of mascot phone charms is brought up, Ichigo notices Ran seems to have her own mascot charm. Meanwhile, Ran is given a Constellation Premium Dress by Spicy Ageha's t

S2·E8 Core

Magical Dancing♪

Nov 21, 2013 · 24 min

Seira and Kii are due to do a performance together, with Kii suggesting they do their own choreography. Wanting to learn about choreography, the two seek out Johnny, who decides to

S2·E9 Core

Choco and Solution☆Choco-Pop Detectives

Nov 28, 2013 · 24 min

Aoi is approached about creating a TV drama to promote some new chocolates. After deciding to make the drama about a chocolate-eating detective, Aoi asks Ichigo and the others to a

S2·E10 Core

The Fabled Powa-Puri☆

Dec 5, 2013 · 24 min

After Otome, Sakura and Shion pay a visit to Seira's café, Ichigo, Seira, and Kii tail them to get a glimpse of Powa Powa Puririn's activities, which happen to include line-balanci

S2·E11 Core

Sparkle Drip Magic☆

Dec 12, 2013 · 24 min

Sora Kazesawa, a Dream Academy student studying in both idol and designer courses, is approached by Tiara to start her own Aikatsu brand. However, Sora feels a bit nervous about th

S2·E12 Core

The Idol is the Santa Claus!

Dec 19, 2013 · 24 min

Dream Academy decides to hold a Christmas party with Kii as producer and Sora at the designer, while Ichigo features on a Christmas cake designed by Asuka.

S2·E13 Core

Red-White Aikatsu Battle!

Dec 26, 2013 · 24 min

As idols from both Starlight Academy and Dream Academy gather to participate in the Red and White Aikatsu Battle, Mister S is spotted, hoping to find the person responsible for Dre

S2·E14 Core

Lucky Idol ☆

Jan 9, 2014 · 24 min

At the start of the new year, Starlight Academy and Dream Academy are poised to compete in a Lucky Idol Race, with a custom-made Constellation Dress up for grabs for the winner. Al

S2·E15 Core

Door Towards the Dream

Jan 16, 2014 · 24 min

Ichigo and the others are informed of a Starlight Idol Festival occurring in March, with Ichigo as the headlining act. However, on the day Orihime announces the festival, it is als

S2·E16 Core

The Wonderful Mutual Love

Jan 23, 2014 · 24 min

After producing a successful makeup commercial for Seira, Kii is lined up to audition for the poster girl of her favorite beverage, Brain Thunder. Wanting Kii to audition, Seira tr

S2·E17 Core

Fortune Compass☆

Jan 30, 2014 · 24 min

It's almost Setsubun and Starlight School is busy in preparation of the event. But when Ran decides to enter she tries to choose between being her self or offering something that w

S2·E18 Core

Flower-Blooming Aurora Princess

Feb 6, 2014 · 24 min

Dream Academy idol Maria Himesato, who is due to appear on an 'Idol Princesses' television program where she will receive a Constellation Dress from Green Grass, decides she wants

S2·E19 Core

Hosting Heart ♡

Feb 13, 2014 · 24 min

Given the chance to appear in a special episode of Idol Princesses, Maria decides to invite her friends from both Dream Academy and Starlight Academy to a house party at her mansio

S2·E20 Core

Stylish Expedition: Cool Angels!

Feb 20, 2014 · 24 min

Seira, Kii, Sora, and Maria are invited to audition for a four-girl drama series. Unable to decide on which roles to audition for, they let Kii's computer choose for them, with Kii

S2·E21 Core

The Glittering Aquarius

Feb 27, 2014 · 24 min

Aoi is requested to appear in a concert promoting a Futuring Girl Constellation Dress, in which she is expected to perform a Constellation Appeal. As Aoi wonders how she can pull o

S2·E22 Core

Happy☆Idol Fest 1st DAY!

Mar 6, 2014 · 24 min

The day before the Star Dream Festival & Carnival begins, Dream Academy is busy with preparations for the Dream Carnival day. Seira, who has been nervous about being the headlining

S2·E23 Core

Happy☆Idol Fest 2nd DAY!

Mar 13, 2014 · 24 min

Otome explains that she was so focused on including everyone into her schedule that she forgot to include herself, refusing to make any further changes to the timetable.

S2·E24 Core

Cherry Blossom-colored Memories

Mar 20, 2014 · 24 min

With graduation approaching for the third year students, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran are put in charge of the graduation album committee, collecting a large amount of pictures and reminis

S2·E25 Core

Again ♪ off time

Mar 27, 2014 · 24 min

With spring break arriving again, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran once again attempt to go to the hot springs they missed last time, stopping by the rape blossom field again along the way whe

S2·E26 Core

Shocking☆Fresh Girl!

Apr 3, 2014 · 24 min

Upon beginning their lives as high school students, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran are requested by Orihime to act as judges for an Audition Caravan scouting the country for potential new St

S2·E27 Core

Let's Aim To Be Stars ☆彡

Apr 10, 2014 · 24 min

Akari begins her first day at Starlight Academy, meeting up with Orihime and receiving her cards, ID, and Aikatsu Phone before moving into the dorms with her new roommate, Yuu.

S2·E28 Mytharc

Miracle begins!

Apr 17, 2014 · 24 min

Akari shows up with a shorter haircut, which the others help to straighten up. Later, Ichigo ends up encountering Mizuki, who reveals she is forming her own unit from a new agency

S2·E29 Core

Yes! Best Partner

Apr 24, 2014 · 24 min

With the appearance of WM proving a threat to both Starlight and Dream Academy, Ichigo and the others turn their focus onto choosing an ideal partner, with Starlight students allow

S2·E30 Core

Aikatsu! Boot Camp

May 1, 2014 · 24 min

Noticing Akari's poor grades, Orihime signs her up for Aikatsu Boot Camp, which has a reputation for having harsh training. Akari and the other trainees arrive at the boot camp on

S2·E31 Core

Vi-Vi-Vi☆Partner

May 8, 2014 · 24 min

With the Partner's Cup approaching, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran head to Dream Academy to practise with their partners. Wanting to learn more about WM, Ichigo and Seira visit Mizuki and Mi

S2·E32 Core

Aim For It☆The Greatest Partners

May 15, 2014 · 24 min

After being informed by Raichi and Noelle, Aoi and Kii go to visit Ichigo and Seira, who are nervous about going up against WM following their performance, with both of them expres

S2·E33 Core

Otome RAINBOW!

May 22, 2014 · 24 min

Having become close friends with Otome during the Partner's Cup, Maria becomes keen to learn more about her, wondering how she became how she is. Meanwhile, Otome hears from Makoto

S2·E34 Core

A Miracle in Bloom!

May 29, 2014 · 24 min

As Mizuki and WM reach the top of Aikatsu Ranking charts, Mikuru is tasked by Mizuki to reach the top ten rankings of the individual charts, suggesting that she needs to obtain a P

S2·E35 Core

Rhapsody of the Moon Desert

Jun 5, 2014 · 24 min

Ran is invited to audition for a drama based on Aladdin alongside Sora, who is also asked to design outfits for the audition. Ran, along with Ichigo and Aoi, undergoes swordsmanshi

S2·E36 Core

My Dear Idol!

Jun 12, 2014 · 24 min

Orihime and Tiara announce the beginning of the Aikatsu8 Elections, in which fans will show their support for their favorite idols, and the eight most popular idols will form a spe

S2·E37 Core

Soleil☆Rising

Jun 19, 2014 · 24 min

Mizuki and Mikuru announce they want to challenge Soleil in a contest. Deciding to bring Soleil out of hiatus, Ichigo, Aoi, and Ran accept the challenge, but find their conflicting

S2·E38 Core

A Legendary Place

Jun 26, 2014 · 24 min

Whilst awaiting WM's performance, Mikuru worries that she won't be able to match Soleil's performance, but Mizuki gives her some assurance, stating she chose to face Soleil because

S2·E39 Core

Longing for Eternity

Jul 3, 2014 · 24 min

Yurika appears on a variety show to promote a cereal commercial she appeared in, announcing she will appear at a handshake event. As dozens of fans come to the event to shake Yurik

S2·E40 Core

Gleaming✩Futuring Girl

Jul 10, 2014 · 24 min

Aoi is requested to produce and star in her own music video to promote Futuring Girl. As Aoi struggles to come up with an idea in the short time she's been given, she hears from Yu

S2·E41 Core

Formation✩Aikatsu 8

Jul 17, 2014 · 24 min

The results of the Aikatsu 8 elections are announced, with the chosen idols being Seira, Otome, Sora, Maria, Mikuru, Yurika, Ichigo, and Mizuki. The chosen girls soon set off on th

S2·E42 Core

Summer Idol Story

Jul 24, 2014 · 24 min

On the night before the last concert in their tour, the girls decide to hold a pajama party, taking pictures to use in their final concert.

S2·E43 Core

Twinkle Stars

Jul 31, 2014 · 24 min

Mizuki meets up with Orihime and proposes a Twinkle Star Cup, in which both Starlight Academy and Dream Academy will each put forward an idol to team up and challenge WM.

S2·E44 Core

Two Wings

Aug 7, 2014 · 24 min

Aoi and Kii hold a meeting to come up with a name for Ichigo and Seira's unit, also receiving some input from Raichi and Noelle.

S2·E45 Core

Where Dreams Bloom

Aug 14, 2014 · 24 min

Asked by Kii's computer to find out the differences between Starlight Academy and Dream Academy, Ichigo and Seira trade places and spend a day attending each other's school.

S2·E46 Core

Let's! Akari Summer

Aug 21, 2014 · 24 min

Akari, who has been struggling with performing Special Appeals, has to stay at school over the summer break for a training camp, whilst Ichigo sees Aoi and Ran off as they go to th

S2·E47 Core

The Secret Letter and the Invisible Star

Aug 28, 2014 · 24 min

As Akari continues to struggle on her own, Ichigo tries to think of a way to help her out. Thinking about her experiences in America, Ichigo decides to open the letter Aoi gave her

S2·E48 Core

Twin Dresses

Sep 5, 2014 · 24 min

Ichigo and Seira start thinking about what outfits they should wear for their concert against WM, struggling to come up with an exciting coordination. Aoi and Kii hear rumors about

S2·E49 Core

The Tears of the Flower

Sep 12, 2014 · 24 min

Mizuki and Mikuru announce they plan to disband WM following the Twinkle Star Cup, regardless of if they win or lose. Curious as to how they came to that decision, Ichigo and Seira

S2·E50 Mytharc

The Wings to Our Dreams

Sep 18, 2014 · 24 min

With the crowd awed by WM's performance, Ichigo and Seira become excited thinking about the opportunities that await them even after the concert. Using this excitement, the girls s

S2·E51 Mytharc

The SHINING LINE of Admiration

Sep 25, 2014 · 24 min

With the first years due to perform a yearly recital, Akari tries to keep thoughts of admiration for Ichigo out of her head so she can focus on her performance. As such, when Akari

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