Original
04/05/2018 - 03/28/2019 Finished
Aikatsu Friends! (アイカツフレンズ！)
Aine Yuuki, who is a regular student at Star Harmony Academy's normal division, meets Mio Minato from the idol division, who invites her to join Aikatsu to fulfill Aine's goal to make friends. She also befriends Maika Chōno and Ema Hinata who are also idols. Aine and Mio form a pair to become best friends to become the bright "Diamond Friends". Karen Kamishiro and Mirai Asuku are categorized as "Diamond Friends" and are in the Diamond Class! (Source: Wikipedia)
50
Total episodes
50
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 50 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Aikatsu Friends! have? Well, currently Aikatsu Friends! has a total of 3 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
Secuela
SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Aikatsu Friends! doesn't have a single filler episode: all 50 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 50 episodes of Aikatsu Friends! aired in 2018–2019 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Aikatsu Friends! is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 50 without detours. If you came looking for which Aikatsu Friends! episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
50 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hello Friends!04/05/2018 | 04/05/2018 | Canon |
| 2 | The Invincible Love Me Tear☆04/12/2018 | 04/12/2018 | Canon |
| 3 | Vivid Inspiration04/19/2018 | 04/19/2018 | Canon |
| 4 | The Aspiring My Brand04/26/2018 | 04/26/2018 | Canon |
| 5 | Maika, Like a Butterfly!05/03/2018 | 05/03/2018 | Canon |
| 6 | Hinata Emergency!?05/10/2018 | 05/10/2018 | Canon |
| 7 | The Ongoing Road towards Mirai05/17/2018 | 05/17/2018 | Canon |
| 8 | Mio's Grand CM Operation!05/24/2018 | 05/24/2018 | Canon |
| 9 | The Melody of Courage05/31/2018 | 05/31/2018 | Canon |
| 10 | Prett Sexy Honey Cat!06/07/2018 | 06/07/2018 | Canon |
| 11 | The Dramatic Confession!06/14/2018 | 06/14/2018 | Canon |
| 12 | Tomatoes, Bring It On☆06/21/2018 | 06/21/2018 | Canon |
| 13 | How to Karen06/28/2018 | 06/28/2018 | Canon |
| 14 | Go Go Friends!07/05/2018 | 07/05/2018 | Canon |
| 15 | AiTube☆Cinderella07/19/2018 | 07/19/2018 | Canon |
| 16 | Mio, Becoming the Hero07/26/2018 | 07/26/2018 | Canon |
| 17 | The Encounter of Fate is of the Moon's Guidance08/02/2018 | 08/02/2018 | Canon |
| 18 | Even a Slight Chance08/09/2018 | 08/09/2018 | Canon |
| 19 | Let it Reach! Friends' Power08/16/2018 | 08/16/2018 | Canon |
| 20 | Lacrosse or Friends!08/23/2018 | 08/23/2018 | Canon |
| 21 | Spreading Harmony♪08/30/2018 | 08/30/2018 | Canon |
| 22 | Premonition of the Full Moon09/06/2018 | 09/06/2018 | Canon |
| 23 | Shout It at the Moment09/13/2018 | 09/13/2018 | Canon |
| 24 | Rivals are Friends!09/20/2018 | 09/20/2018 | Canon |
| 25 | Surpass Love Me Tear!09/27/2018 | 09/27/2018 | Canon |
| 26 | Friends Gathered - Autumn of Aikatsu10/04/2018 | 10/04/2018 | Canon |
| 27 | Full Moon's Radiance10/11/2018 | 10/11/2018 | Canon |
| 28 | Friends Even When We're Alone10/18/2018 | 10/18/2018 | Canon |
| 29 | Aine's Halloween Panic!10/25/2018 | 10/25/2018 | Canon |
| 30 | Dubbing Challenge, Mio11/01/2018 | 11/01/2018 | Canon |
| 31 | The Legendary 101st Match!11/08/2018 | 11/08/2018 | Canon |
| 32 | Heart-Pounding☆Adventure on Karen Island!11/15/2018 | 11/15/2018 | Canon |
| 33 | Kaboom! Adventure on the Volcano Island11/22/2018 | 11/22/2018 | Canon |
| 34 | Happiness to Everyone11/29/2018 | 11/29/2018 | Canon |
| 35 | Treasure Hunter Warning!12/06/2018 | 12/06/2018 | Canon |
| 36 | Runway of Trouble!12/13/2018 | 12/13/2018 | Canon |
| 37 | Merry Friends Christmas12/20/2018 | 12/20/2018 | Canon |
| 38 | I'm Coco! Aikatsu Song Battle12/27/2018 | 12/27/2018 | Canon |
| 39 | Opening! Diamond Friends Cup01/10/2019 | 01/10/2019 | Canon |
| 40 | Believe it01/17/2019 | 01/17/2019 | Canon |
| 41 | Unleash the Love Me Zone!01/24/2019 | 01/24/2019 | Canon |
| 42 | The Miracle of Friends' Power01/31/2019 | 01/31/2019 | Canon |
| 43 | The Scenery of Gratitude02/07/2019 | 02/07/2019 | Canon |
| 44 | The Chocolate and Mint Confession02/14/2019 | 02/14/2019 | Canon |
| 45 | The Friends are Paparazzi!?02/21/2019 | 02/21/2019 | Canon |
| 46 | The Princess from the Moon02/28/2019 | 02/28/2019 | Canon |
| 47 | An Idol's Coco-mprehension★03/07/2019 | 03/07/2019 | Canon |
| 48 | The Cats' Honey Work03/14/2019 | 03/14/2019 | Canon |
| 49 | The Last Chapter of the Legend03/21/2019 | 03/21/2019 | Canon |
| 50 | The Future That's Only There03/28/2019 | 03/28/2019 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Aikatsu Friends! have?
Aikatsu Friends! has a total of 3 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Aikatsu Friends! have?
In total, Aikatsu Friends! has 50 episodes distributed across its 3 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Aikatsu Friends!?
It is recommended to watch Aikatsu Friends! in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Aikatsu Friends! online?
Aikatsu Friends! is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Aikatsu Friends! a complete anime?
Yes, Aikatsu Friends! is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Aikatsu Friends! have?
No, Aikatsu Friends! does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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