[Himerabu Additional Member Audition] Episode 7 Released! 4 Candidates Pass the Fateful 3rd Round, Witnessed by Former AKB48 Aki Takajo
Elementary school idol group Himerabu announced the 4 candidates advancing to the final round of their audition. Former AKB48 member Aki Takajo participated as a guest judge.
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- 📰 Published: March 30, 2026 at 18:53
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The elementary school princess idol group 'Himerabu' streamed the 7th episode of the 'Himerabu Additional Member Audition' on their official YouTube channel starting at 18:00 on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
The results of the '3rd Round Lesson Evaluation' featuring 10 elite candidates chosen from over 500 applicants have finally been announced. Welcoming former AKB48 member Aki Takajo as a guest judge, '4 members' were selected to advance to the final stage based on their skills, degree of growth, and chemistry with current members.
[Streaming URL: https://youtu.be/YCSy9NLN4Qk?si=5tO-KSLZcjrToAnl]
## ■ 4 'Final Audition Advancing Members' Who Broke Through the Narrow Gates Have Been Decided!
An announcement filled with tears and surprises. Having overcome a rigorous lesson period and taking a step closer to their dream stage, the 4 members and the judges' reasons for selection are as follows:
- Sean (Advancement Decided)
Evaluated for her dramatic growth in facial expression management and her effort to overcome struggles with pitch. She tearfully expressed her enthusiasm, saying, 'I want to do my best to dance cutely like an idol.'
- Koharu (Advancement Decided)
High-level in both skills and expressiveness. The deciding factor was how she sublimated the challenges of giving too much effort into a group performance.
The results of the '3rd Round Lesson Evaluation' featuring 10 elite candidates chosen from over 500 applicants have finally been announced. Welcoming former AKB48 member Aki Takajo as a guest judge, '4 members' were selected to advance to the final stage based on their skills, degree of growth, and chemistry with current members.
[Streaming URL: https://youtu.be/YCSy9NLN4Qk?si=5tO-KSLZcjrToAnl]
## ■ 4 'Final Audition Advancing Members' Who Broke Through the Narrow Gates Have Been Decided!
An announcement filled with tears and surprises. Having overcome a rigorous lesson period and taking a step closer to their dream stage, the 4 members and the judges' reasons for selection are as follows:
- Sean (Advancement Decided)
Evaluated for her dramatic growth in facial expression management and her effort to overcome struggles with pitch. She tearfully expressed her enthusiasm, saying, 'I want to do my best to dance cutely like an idol.'
- Koharu (Advancement Decided)
High-level in both skills and expressiveness. The deciding factor was how she sublimated the challenges of giving too much effort into a group performance.
FAQ
How many people passed the third round of the Himelove audition?
From over 500 applicants, 4 people including Sean and Koharu advanced to the final round.
Who was the guest judge for the Himelove audition?
Former AKB48 member Aki Takahashi participated as a guest judge, evaluating skills and growth.
Where can I watch the audition?
The audition is available on the official Himelove YouTube channel, starting from March 28, 2026, as the 7th live stream.