Idol Jihen

Increasing income divide, creeping environmental pollution, unsolvable waste issues, childcare waiting lists being discussed without those concerned, repeated corruption… The government, smeared by vested interests, can't do a thing against the many problems and sources of discontent. It's in this situation, with Japan cornered with no way out, that idols rise up to save the day!

The Heroine Party, Sunlight Party, Starlight Party, Bishoujo Party, Wakaba Party, Subculture New Party, and SOS Party. From these seven idol political parties, the idols who have become National Diet members and representatives for each prefecture will smash through the sense of stagnation covering Japan using the power of song and dance! They'll bring back the smiling faces of the people, and wrap Japan in a glittering aura!!

(Source: Honeyfeed)

Hoshina, Natsuki Main

Yashima, Sarara Japanese

Onimaru, Shizuka Main

Fuchigami, Mai Japanese

Kondou, Sachie Main

Ueda, Reina Japanese

Fudou, Mizuki Supporting

Lynn Japanese

Kozuru, Mika Supporting

Akasaki, Chinatsu Japanese

Yami†Ringo-sama Supporting

Yamamoto, Nozomi Japanese

Momoi, Ume Supporting

Nakaya, Sayaka Japanese

Iizuka, Sakurako Supporting

Kubo, Yurika Japanese

Arai, Shirayuki Supporting

Kido, Ibuki Japanese

Shimizu, Yuna Supporting

Serizawa, Yuu Japanese

Ootsuka, Manabu Producer

Mita, Keiji Producer

Itou, Yukihiro Producer

Abe, Kouji Producer

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May 5, 2017

dostluq

Recommended

I saw there were some bad reviews for this, but I really enjoyed it.

I found this is show entertaining and sweet. The plot was a little slow at times but a show like this doesn't need to be super fast paced or have a bunch of twists. It is cute and made me feel happy and smile. I love Natuski and Shizuka's relationship. They are really heartwarming partners.

I don't think there is anything wrong with having a show like this, especially in these trying times. It doesn't have the tone of some weird political propaganda. I support strong, cute anime girl politicians

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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May 24, 2017

ismichi

Mixed Feelings

I pretty much only cared that Tsunku being involved in this, but the generic VA-voices dampened the quality some.

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.:STORY:. (3)

The premise is a lie. This is generic "Cute Idols Doing Cute Things".

Do not bother if your only interest in the show is the possibility of deep and/or legitimate political discourse. Because that doesn't exist. This is a weak, lackluster attempt of standing out amongst the ever-growing idol culture.

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.:ENJOYMENT:. (4)

I was drawn by this show's promise and its OP song hinted at some actually interesting topics. So, at the very least, I expected them to take politics fairly serious as a job... but, instead, it was merely an idol shtick that benefits nothing and downplays the importance of actually doing something in politics that actually helps the masses.

For what little is actual politics, there's next-to-no consequences to be had. It irked me immensely when they mentioned in passing nothing's being done at the very end for the ~climax~, only for that to have not even been the case. Plus, the Party "opposition" is this group of old farts that dislike culture updates that is instantly won over by maybe a few lines of a song... which they've doubtlessly heard or experienced for years. So that led to a huge logic gap that only dampened the story.

BUT, as its true saving grace, it's important to note that this show actually has a LOT of idol performances and idol discussion that oft gets glossed-over in idol anime. So while it's irksome how little of story and effort went into the actual premise, it's at least honest that this is legit about idols.

... tho, nah; I can't ignore that the OP song legit promised tackling pro-facism/etc viewpoints in politics.

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.:ART:. (9) & .:SOUND:. (10)

The art style is cute and I truly adore everyone's individualistic fashion.

The music (especially stuff produced by Tsunku) is simply perfect and you can tell that he works on less generic styles than the normal anisong quality we tend to get in anime. Not necessarily a diss on anisongs, but dang if they ain't prone to being highly lackluster on their own.

VA do a pretty good job tho, and the sfx were fine. I have no real complaints, beyond personal taste.

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.:CHARACTER:. (3)

lol

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.:OVERALL:. (6)

They should've kept to making several super high quality PVs.

It'd saved time and effort on their end, and receive a far higher rating overall from viewers. Then, as it'd take a while for fan support to be enough to bother and some merch could've been sold to help fund it, they might've actually had the chance to make this an actual show worth watching.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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Mar 31, 2017

Nafisa

Not Recommended

I was so disappointed with this anime that I decided to write my first review on it to express my dislike.

Starting with story, the concept of idol politicians is an idea nobody has used before and for good reason, it doesn't work nor make sense. The storyline is typical and half-assed with the recurring theme of "Don't give up!" and "Friendship can solve all the world's issues!". It also reuses the same major morals of taking care of the environment and the people which is fine but predictable. The politics within the story were executed poorly, nothing was particularly realistic or good for that ... matter. The episodes dragged on, it was difficult to pull through them as most of the story looked forced. The ending was forseeable but at that point the plot was getting tiresome. Overall the story didn't have much substance.

There were much too many characters for twelve episodes and little to no character development for any of them. You aren't likely to get attached to anyone or even remember them. The antagonist was completely and utterly boring, along with the smaller "villains" within the show. They're all portrayed as having a strong dislike towards the idols but one song sways them? Cheap attempt at villains, even the main antagonist goes down without much of a fight. Disappointing to say the least.

The art was fine, nothing outstanding. Bright colours and flashy animation to hide the lack of everything else most likely.

Onto the main attraction for idol anime, the music. OST was unmemorable which is fine since the focus is the actual songs in each episode. Starting with the opening, it was light hearted and catchy. Probably used three times each episode coming near episode 9 onward and at that point it started to get less catchy and more uninteresting. The ending was nice enough and the other songs within the anime were your typical idol kind of songs, upbeat and bouncy. Honey Moon Cafe from episode 4 was my favourite, apart from that the rest were fine. It gave the anime as a whole a pleasant type of atmosphere.

If I were to describe Idol Jihen, it would be like an underbaked cake with too much icing. The plot and characters were lacking but the art was nice to look at. The political aspect was executed badly and the story was predictable. The songs were nice but not nice enough to redeem the show itself. And that's about it, good luck if you decide to watch this!

Reviewer’s Rating: 4

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