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Feb 1, 3:59 PM
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First episode of anime I watch on TV since moving to Japan. Initially I thought it was something Pretty Rhythm related because of the idol theme. Interesting watching all the toy commercials.
Feb 1, 4:00 PM
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It's idol time!

🎤🎵

Decent start with a nice OP/ED and transformation. I really like Cure Idol's character design.

Hopefully we'll hear a lot of good music as the story progresses.
Feb 1, 6:02 PM
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peak is here, i kirakiranraned so hard

love the ed too
Feb 1, 6:13 PM
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Kirakiland may have been destroyed or something, but that don't stop Purirun from enjoying the city.

Kinda a missed opportunity not having a transformation that happens while singing, but at least for the final attack she sings.

Feb 1, 6:38 PM
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Ahhh here we go folks, time for another amazing year of precure!! Happy precure day to all who celebrate. This first episode surpassed my expectations, I knew I was going to love this show but now I’m convinced it could be my fave precure ever just one ep in 😂 love Cure idol sm already!

This whole episode felt like a Dora the explorer scene where she’s asking the audience where obvious stuff is, like girl you ARE cure idol lmao.

Team Chokkiri seem like they’ll be pretty fun. Big fan of the female leader, might be Zakuro’s ender already lol?

RIP Kirakiland. I wonder what happened to make it go dark and hopefully Purirun gets reunited with her friends and family one day.

The transformation scene was soooo good!!! Omg both Uta base form and cure form are sooo pretty. As I thought, the performances are the attacks that’s so dope. Even the villains have no choice but to stan lol!

Great first episode, set the tone very well and as a massive idol fan I’m very excited!
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Feb 1, 6:43 PM
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The episode could have better, I think. Uta knew she was the Idol Pretty Cure, Purirun knew it, and so did everyone watching, but clearly she didn't want to admit it. I especially felt that the part with the big, sumo-looking guy was kind of dumb to be honest. I also thought it was kind of lame that it took having to "show her courage" for her to finally get the hint. For what it's worth, I'm personally glad that she didn't outright "refuse the call" and have the show take several episodes (or even a whole story arc) for her to become a Pretty Cure...

Also, I don't agree with the Crunchyroll subtitles "translating" "Chokkiri-dan" as "Team Chokkiri". This isn't Pokémon, where "Team Rocket" was never really an accurate translation in the first place. Of course, that translation could have been Nintendo's idea, but still. Personally, I think "The Chokkiri Gang" would be more accurate.

I guess the next episode is about going viral? I'm not sure what will happen, but I do hope they don't constantly "remind" everyone of Uta's reluctance....
Feb 1, 6:45 PM
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Looks like physical fights are on the cards again this season and the idol performance being the finishing attack.

I love that they incorporate gingham style on their precure forms, very fitting for idols.
Feb 1, 6:50 PM
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The episode could have better, I think. Uta knew she was the Idol Pretty Cure, Purirun knew it, and so did everyone watching, but clearly she didn't want to admit it. I especially felt that the part with the big, sumo-looking guy was kind of dumb to be honest. I also thought it was kind of lame that it took having to "show her courage" for her to finally get the hint. For what it's worth, I'm personally glad that she didn't outright "refuse the call" and have the show take several episodes (or even a whole story arc) for her to become a Pretty Cure...

Also, I don't agree with the Crunchyroll subtitles "translating" "Chokkiri-dan" as "Team Chokkiri". This isn't Pokémon, where "Team Rocket" was never really an accurate translation in the first place. Of course, that translation could have been Nintendo's idea, but still. Personally, I think "The Chokkiri Gang" would be more accurate.

I guess the next episode is about going viral? I'm not sure what will happen, but I do hope they don't constantly "remind" everyone of Uta's reluctance....
Hi_D said:
Also, I don't agree with the Crunchyroll subtitles "translating" "Chokkiri-dan" as "Team Chokkiri". This isn't Pokémon, where "Team Rocket" was never really an accurate translation in the first place. Of course, that translation could have been Nintendo's idea, but still. Personally, I think "The Chokkiri Gang" would be more accurate.


TOEI handles the subtitles and translation on Precure and other TOEI IPs available on western streaming service. It's a bit different compared to other anime where CR or other streaming service handles the translation and subtitles.
Feb 1, 7:02 PM
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OrangeRafi said:
Hi_D said:
Also, I don't agree with the Crunchyroll subtitles "translating" "Chokkiri-dan" as "Team Chokkiri". This isn't Pokémon, where "Team Rocket" was never really an accurate translation in the first place. Of course, that translation could have been Nintendo's idea, but still. Personally, I think "The Chokkiri Gang" would be more accurate.


TOEI handles the subtitles and translation on Precure and other TOEI IPs available on western streaming service. It's a bit different compared to other anime where CR or other streaming service handles the translation and subtitles.

Either way, my previous post stands.
Feb 1, 7:15 PM
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I like how they seem to be going back to basics with this season; powers coming from a fairy that is from a destroyed other kingdom, more physical combat, monsters that are transformed people/objects, an enemy group that, seems at least, to be threatening.

The Precures have a ribbon theme going on and the villain's seem to have a scissors thing with them, weird but alright.

Not sure how I feel about the frequent use of the exaggerated faces in the corner circle like in a manga but it may grow on me.

Good start on the whole, hopefully it will continue and get better.
Feb 1, 7:46 PM

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A pretty by-the-books start, but the last time a Precure series tried something different, we got a series with no villainous presence for half the season and pretty much no action scenes so playing it safe doesn't sound so bad right now.

Feb 1, 7:51 PM

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pretty good start if you ask me, will continue watching this for sure!
HEWWO :3
Feb 1, 9:08 PM
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The first episode doesn't win me over yet, but I'll keep watching just like every other precure anime.
Feb 1, 9:46 PM
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This series remind me DokiDoki Precure. There are villain which gender Bender from Ira, The enemy take KiraKira instead Ai.

Feb 1, 10:07 PM
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Marinate1016 said:
I knew I was going to love this show but now I’m convinced it could be my fave precure ever just one ep in

This is your third PreCure? You gotta watch at least HeartCatch, Go! Princess, and Star☆Twinkle at some point + some other seasons which are generally liked among PreCure fans. I'm pretty sure you would like them too.
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Serafos said:
Marinate1016 said:
I knew I was going to love this show but now I’m convinced it could be my fave precure ever just one ep in

This is your third PreCure? You gotta watch at least HeartCatch, Go! Princess, and Star☆Twinkle at some point + some other seasons which are generally liked among PreCure fans. I'm pretty sure you would like them too.

I’m watching mahoutsukai so I can watch mirai days rn but I got another video to make before I can get back to it
Feb 1, 10:32 PM

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oh my god
coming heavy right away with the humor
the general meeting with the usual general banter
first general showing up and CUTTING IN
and then, punchy wunchy! the fisticuffs!
and my goodness, the ED was a BANGER
we are so fucking back
Feb 1, 10:59 PM

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First of all, when you think of an Idol versioned Precure, you will first see the OP and ED. Imo they were great!

Purirun, another cute companion just like the Precure way! I think I'm gonna love the conversation between them.

Uta is a bright girl and no doubt of her being a Idol Precure!

It's nice shift from watching Wonderful Precure which is good in it's own way, but I'm more of this kinda Precure fan tbh. So I'm looking for a treat!
I need somebody who can love me at my worst
No, I'm not perfect, but I hope you see my worth
'Cause it's only you, nobody new, I put you first
And for you, girl, I swear I'll do the worst

If you stay forever, let me hold your hand
I can fill those places in your heart no else can
Let me show you love, oh, I don't pretend, yeah
I'll be right here, baby, you know I'll sink or swim
Feb 1, 11:39 PM

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Reply to Hi_D
The episode could have better, I think. Uta knew she was the Idol Pretty Cure, Purirun knew it, and so did everyone watching, but clearly she didn't want to admit it. I especially felt that the part with the big, sumo-looking guy was kind of dumb to be honest. I also thought it was kind of lame that it took having to "show her courage" for her to finally get the hint. For what it's worth, I'm personally glad that she didn't outright "refuse the call" and have the show take several episodes (or even a whole story arc) for her to become a Pretty Cure...

Also, I don't agree with the Crunchyroll subtitles "translating" "Chokkiri-dan" as "Team Chokkiri". This isn't Pokémon, where "Team Rocket" was never really an accurate translation in the first place. Of course, that translation could have been Nintendo's idea, but still. Personally, I think "The Chokkiri Gang" would be more accurate.

I guess the next episode is about going viral? I'm not sure what will happen, but I do hope they don't constantly "remind" everyone of Uta's reluctance....
@Hi_D

Can you just watch in Japanese and not worry about the small choices in the translation?
Yesterday, 12:06 AM
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FINALLY! After a long year of having to suffer through Wonderful, Precure is finally back with a show that is a throwback to older series like Fresh etc. Just this episode 1 is already better than Precure has been since mid Soaring Sky (so since 2023).
Yesterday, 1:47 AM
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Gar_Logan said:
@Hi_D

Can you just watch in Japanese and not worry about the small choices in the translation?

I said I didn't agree with it, but it's not like I'm going to lose sleep over it or anything. All I said was that I personally would have gone with "The Chokkiri Gang", over Toei/Crunchyroll's Pokémon-inspired translation of "Team Chokkiri". I mean, it's not like it's going to make me stop watching the show, or anything.

"Don't worry about the small choices in translation", you say? I'm not, but it's not going to stop me from disagreeing with this one. However, I'm still going to watch the show despite that. That's all I was saying.
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That was fun. Sakura is cute and it's a relief to see proper fighting again after a season of chasing.

And I hope Precure Man shows up again.
Yesterday, 6:09 AM

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i couldn’t stop laughing when they sent that random man down the river. also the ending is SO good it has to be one of my favourite precure endings, the song that idol sings during her attack is also really good!!
Yesterday, 6:12 AM
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We finally got kicks and punches back! Never thought i would be so happy to see it again, the designs are cute as expected, and we already know most of the villains, not needing to wait like 20-25 episodes for it, this is already better than the last one.
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it was ok. I didn't expect this kind of start. the ED was a mindfuck for me,
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Yesterday, 11:19 AM
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what a great start for the new season!
songs are amazing, the vibes are real, everything is kirakira and cute, and the mc is soo sweet!!
genuinely can't wait to see more of this, I feel like this is what I genuinely wanted for a precure in so long (´ ω `♡)
Yesterday, 11:23 AM

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It was surprisingly bold of them to make a whole Precure season last only one episode, and 11 minutes of run time at that.

I kinda liked how manipulative was Purirun, the OP was fine but I liked a lot more the ED, costumers are lovely and that new villainess is pretty hot, decent start. I'm just glad that proper fights are back on the menu.
Yesterday, 12:22 PM

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Happy Precure day everyone~~
The fake ending was hilarious. I also am really happy with Uta as a character, and I feel the singing really works for Precure! I have high hopes for the season ^^
Yesterday, 2:11 PM

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This was BY FAR the best Precure first episode
Yesterday, 3:37 PM
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Woah that ending theme was a banger for no reason

Good start though, I have high hopes for this year
Yesterday, 5:10 PM

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This year is the 15th Anniversary of HeartCatch PreCure and the 10th Anniversary of Go! Princess PreCure. Two of the top-tier PreCure anime shows and the best magical girls of the genre. I hope this new Precure anime You and Idol Precure will live up to being a perfect 10/10 like HeartCatch PreCure and Go! Princess PreCure and not end up being the infamous 2020 critical disaster that is Healin' Good PreCure...
Yesterday, 7:38 PM
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Wooow, this was an unexpected fun episode!!!!!!!
When Uta was in her room and the fairy appeared and then Uta acted like she was sleeping, reminded me of Sailor Moon when Usagi found Luna in her room!!
And then when they sent the man away it was hilarious.
Uta Sakura seems to have a cheerful personality and I like her a lot already!
The mix between fights and sing is cool.
I hope this season won´t be dissapointing.

@Marinate1016
I recommend to start from the beginning to the last seasons, is a fun ride but worth watching. Everyone have their favs and their least fav seasons, but is worth watching. I hope you enjoy them!


I saw some complains about the subtitles, I also laughed when I saw the way they translated some things in spanish (my actual language) but is ok, as long as we can watch and have fun!
Yesterday, 7:54 PM

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Mione48 said:
Wooow, this was an unexpected fun episode!!!!!!!
When Uta was in her room and the fairy appeared and then Uta acted like she was sleeping, reminded me of Sailor Moon when Usagi found Luna in her room!!
And then when they sent the man away it was hilarious.
Uta Sakura seems to have a cheerful personality and I like her a lot already!
The mix between fights and sing is cool.
I hope this season won´t be dissapointing.

@Marinate1016
I recommend to start from the beginning to the last seasons, is a fun ride but worth watching. Everyone have their favs and their least fav seasons, but is worth watching. I hope you enjoy them!


I saw some complains about the subtitles, I also laughed when I saw the way they translated some things in spanish (my actual language) but is ok, as long as we can watch and have fun!

I’m doing mahoutsukai first like I said so I can watch mirai days then I got to finish some other stuff like Gundam and I’ll tap into Futari.
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this year's new precure are so cute! and she even sings nice.

I'm definitely sticking around for this one.
Today, 8:25 AM

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uta's idol transformation was so cute ꒰✿´ ꒳ ` ꒱ this series reminds me of pretty rhythm because of the idol theme. mahou shoujo + idols ♡ i'm so happy, i can't wait for the next episode ! ᡣ 𓈒⋅ ⩊ ⋅𓈒ྀིა 𓈒༷♪˚.♡ ྀི༘͏ the opening and ending theme are really catchy too . . . ❤︎ purirun making uta buy a lightstick and hotdog was cute >.<


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this show is so Kirakilala

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