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淡島百景
At Awajima Opera School, girls from across Japan strive to earn a place on stage. Wakana is driven by her love of musical theater, while Kinue studies with quiet discipline. Scholarship student Emi draws attention from all—but especially from Keiko, who struggles with admiration and comparison. Through shifting perspectives, their intertwined days explore ambition, friendship, and self-discovery.
Musicians fly into Awajima chasing a dream. The reality there is not so simple.
Emi left Awajima before graduating. No one knows why until long after.
Before she became the respected teacher she is today, before she became a bully, Katsurako was troubled.
Kayo and Saori used to be a team. In a way, they still are.
Asami's parents are religious. That shouldn't be a problem for her, except...
"Such good memories," says a voice in the hallway, but no one's there.
Saori, Kayo and Mikako were hoping to perform together in the Awajima Revue Troupe, but life got in the way.
It was a string of coincidences that inspired Sara to apply to Awajima.
Wakana participates as a guest at the Awajima Cultural Festival and shares some reflections.
Shinji grew up idolizing his mother. He shares her story -- his story -- in an interview.
Wakana visits Ms. Katsurako at the hospital. She has some final wishes.
Wakana's book becomes a social phenomenon, leaving Awajima and its fans in a rough spot.
