Jan 18, 2026
Kimi to Idol Precure is a season that has received praise, but a closer look reveals flaws that are easy to overlook.
This review is divided into sections covering the music, character designs, notable highs and lows, and an overall verdict.
MUSIC
The opening theme is one of the weaker aspects of the season. It lacks memorability and never quite sticks, especially when compared to iconic Precure openings like “Danzen” from Futari wa Precure. Ironically, the first ending theme and the second opening are far catchier and more engaging, which feels backwards given the role an opening song usually plays.
CHARACTER DESIGNS
Character designs are generally a strong point. The
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Cure designs clearly convey the idol concept and are visually appealing, with Cure Kyun-Kyun, Kiss, Idol, and Wink standing out the most. The mascots, Purirun and Meroron, are charming, while villains such as Darkine and Chokkirine manage to look genuinely threatening.
Not all designs are equally effective, however. Zakkuri, Jogi, and Cutty are fairly forgettable and lack strong visual identity. Cure Idol’s Ribbon Style form is another weak point, as it is essentially a recolor of her base form. While understandable due to possible production constraints, it still feels underwhelming.
HIGHS
FIGHT SCENES
The fight scenes are one of the season’s strongest elements. As expected from the franchise, the action is flashy and well-presented, with especially satisfying finishers.
VISUALS / ANIMATION
Visually, the show is appealing overall. However, closer inspection reveals moments where the animation feels rushed, with characters occasionally going off-model. These moments don’t ruin the experience but are noticeable.
SONGS / DANCES
The performance songs and dances are enjoyable and well-executed. Even without in-depth knowledge of choreography, the dances look polished, and several songs are genuinely catchy.
LOWS
PACING
Pacing is one of the season’s biggest problems. Early episodes move slowly, while later episodes rush through ideas that deserved more time and development.
EPISODES
While story has never been this entry’s main focus, the season leans heavily on filler. There are some strong and important episodes, but many feel repetitive and interchangeable.
For example Episode 37 introduces an interesting idea involving Cure Idol’s new form and a potential identity reveal, but this plot thread is quickly abandoned. The following episode shifts to a Halloween special, and the setup is never meaningfully addressed again.
The episodes Darkine appears arent enough to make anyone really care about her as villian, as they for most of the episodes is just a shadow only feeling like a threat in the last batch around episode 46-48.
VERDICT
Kimi to Idol Precure had the potential to be a standout entry thanks to its idol theme and presentation, but it ultimately falls short. While not a bad season, it plays things too safe and often feels rushed and inconsistent. Despite solid visuals, catchy songs, and strong action, uneven pacing and weak follow-through leave it as an average entry.
Final rating: 5.0/10. Best suited for idol anime fans; those seeking stronger storytelling may prefer Princession Orchestra, Love Live!, or Oshi no Ko.
Reviewer’s Rating: 5
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