IDOLiSH7 Second BEAT!

Please.

Please let the new form of IDOLiSH7...

It's time for our next guest!

...be accepted by everyone.

Their center has changed from Nanase Riku-kun to Izumi Iori-kun!

They'll be singing...

Do you want to hear me sing?

Then I'll sing to thank you for that delicious cake.

Sing with me.

Let's sing my song—Zero's song together.

Then he sang for me!

And that's how the legendary idol Zero and I met.

Lucky! I've only ever seen him on TV.

I've only ever heard his name.

Is he really that cool?

People say he's the origin of the current idol boom.

He was only active for three years,

but it's said his economic impact exceeded 100 billion yen by the time he disappeared.

Wow.

If he was so popular, why'd he disappear?

Didn't Zero's songwriter, Sakura Haruki-san, travel to your country to look for him?

Yes!

Back then, Haruki entrusted me with the songs he wrote for Zero.

Did he say what kind of person Zero was like?

Zero's songs are magic.

He said he was like a wizard of happiness.

A wizard, huh?

Speaking of Zero,

apparently Zero Arena is going to be remodeled soon.

They'll likely hold a grand inauguration for it.

Inauguration? Is that like an infestation?

It's the very first performance held at a new theater.

It's an opportunity to seize the world's attention,

so they'll invite major players to their first performance.

Huh...

They'll probably invite top stars to rival Zero for their first performance.

I'm back.

Welcome back, Manager. Wait...

You're crying?!

What happened?!

I have some very important news for you.

News?

I've worked with you as the manager of IDOLiSH7 until now, but I...

This preface...

Is it because my lectures were too long?

Because I practiced my choreography at a filming for a drama?

Because I got along too well with major band members

and went drinking with them after a recording?

Because I ate King Pudding during class?

Because I tried too hard to manage MEZZO"'s schedule on my own

after she said I could talk to her about anything?

Because I caused a commotion taking commemorative photos with my lady fans?!

Because I stayed up late practicing my dancing after she told me not to push myself too hard?

A-Are you quitting—

Finally!

I got you a job that will let me return the favor!

What?

There's going to be an IDOLiSH7 regular namesake show!

"IDOLiSH7 Regular Namesake Show (Temp)"

You did it, guys.

You finally got a namesake show.

Congratulations.

You and the manager worked really hard for this.

Boss.

Banri-san.

This is the theme song for your show.

I'd decided a while ago that this might be nice.

Our theme song...

Excuse me, Manager.

What about sponsors?

Don't worry.

It will be focused around IT companies with few ties to business and political circles.

That's good.

It's because of your hard work.

Both MEZZO" and our names have spread far enough

that your dad can't interfere.

Your show was also confirmed thanks to Mitsuki-kun's

hard work on The TV Man Show.

Oh, great!

Who, me?

Remember how Mr. Shimooka-san was absent at the end of the year because of the flu?

Everyone loved how you stepped in.

You're right.

You saved us then.

You changed the subject and kept the conversation going.

It's what you always do.

You do the same thing during MC breaks at our concerts.

You keep everything together so we don't go off-topic.

Well, it's not like I did anything special...

What's normal to you is a valuable talent in the television world.

Mr. Shimooka-san had a lot of nice things to say about you.

Thank you, Mitsuki-kun.

Thanks to your talent, we got a namesake show.

Because of me?

Your work has been recognized.

Impressive, Mitsuki-san!

Mikki, I'm super glad you're part of the group.

I love it when you talk, Mitsuki!

Your voice and the way you speak give me energy and smiles!

Thanks, Mitsuki!

Don't flatter me.

I'm going to the bathroom.

I thought he'd be overjoyed.

That was a subdued reaction.

Nah, he's definitely gonna go cry in the bathroom.

Yes! Yes!

See?

Nii-san's long-cherished desire has finally been realized.

The world has finally recognized his talent.

The same goes for you boys.

Your uniqueness has incredible value.

You've been recognized by professionals.

That's why you've been given a show with a huge budget and staff.

Thank you so much for working so hard.

Yes!

I'd like to go to the bathroom soon...

Try to hold it.

What?

This is our moment of truth!

Let's give everything we've got!

I'll study how people MC and talk on other shows.

You're really excited, Mitsu.

I mean, I finally get to be useful.

I'm not good at singing, I'm a bad dancer,

I'm short, and I don't have any talent for acting...

I met Zero, came to admire him, and ultimately made it this far

because of you guys.

What are you talking about?

If you weren't here, we couldn't have made it this far.

That's right, Nii-san.

It's fine. It's just how I feel.

Finally... Finally, I have a chance to repay you guys for making me an idol.

How could I not be excited?

Mitsuki...

The name of the show will be Lovely Night With You!

You'll be taking on challenges along with your audience.

Sounds interesting.

To advertise the show,

you'll be appearing in more promos as guests on other programs produced by the station.

Promos, huh?

We're really doing this.

You have a lot of guest appearances during prime time, too.

You've also been invited onto Re:vale's show.

The Re:vale?!

Yes. Re:vale, the overall champions of the Black or White.

I admire them.

Momo-san and Yuki-san are both so cool!

I'm a fan, myself.

What? Really?

I have all of their CDs.

I look to them for ideas on how to handle public relations for IDOLiSH7.

It's amazing that we're appearing on Re:vale's show...

We've appeared with them on big shows before,

but we only ever got to exchange basic introductions.

Re:vale, huh?

What is it?

Oh, it's nothing...

On top of your existing work,

you'll probably be busy recording for your show and appearing in promos.

I'm happier that way.

I'll do my best.

Let's do our best!

Yes!

Namesake Show

Lovely Night with You!

Newfound Fame! Double-sided IDOLiSH7 Poster Included!

Lovely Night With You! I7 supporting various viewer challenges

Today's guest is IDOLiSH7!

Thanks for having us.

I Love Tamaki-kun

IDOLiSH7 Tamaki LOVE

Listen to them cheer.

Well, you are handsome.

Keep it down. I can hear you.

First Appearance!

Let's Find Out Why They're So Popular!

Tamaki-san is incredibly popular.

I said keep it down!

MEZZO" was always popular, but since the new year

he's made more variety show appearances, rising above the rest.

Do you know why Yotsuba-san is so popular?

His appearance or dancing...

I know it's not what he wants,

IDOLiSH7's Izumi Mitsuki: "I'm Considerate and Support My Friends From the Shadows"

Strength Behind the Scenes

The Idol Who Never Smiles

Yotsuba Tamaki IDOLiSH7 Special!

The Truth About His Younger Sister...

but people are talking about his sister as well.

Popular Idols

Seven Men Overflowing With Personality

But I think the biggest reason is that Tamaki-san is close to his audience.

That's right.

He acts bored when he's bored

and boldly vocalizes the thoughts viewers want to say.

In that way, Yotsuba-san is the opposite of my brother.

IDOLiSH7's Izumi Mitsuki: "I'm Considerate and Support My Friends From the Shadows"

Strength Behind the Scenes

The Idol Who Never Smiles

Yotsuba Tamaki IDOLiSH7 Special!