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TV-14
2016
1 Season
6.5 (88)

Girlish Number is a Japanese anime series that originally aired on Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS) in 2016. The show follows the life of a young voice actress named Chitose Karasuma, who dreams of becoming a famous actress in the anime industry along with the other aspiring actresses.

The series is directed by Shota Ibata and produced by Diomedea, with the screenplay being written by Tatsuya Takahashi. Girlish Number is based on a light novel series of the same name, written by Wataru Watari and illustrated by QP:Flapper. With its relatable characters, engaging storyline, and insightful commentary on the anime industry, Girlish Number is a must-watch for fans of slice-of-life anime.

The plot of Girlish Number follows Chitose Karasuma, a relatively inexperienced voice actress who gets a big break when she is cast as the lead in a new anime series. As she tries to navigate the ups and downs of the industry, Chitose quickly realizes that the world of voice acting is not as glamorous as she once thought. She struggles to balance her personal life with her professional ambitions, while also dealing with jealous rival actresses, demanding fans, and unsympathetic producers.

Joining Chitose on her journey are her fellow voice actresses, including the talented and hardworking Yae Kugayama, the confident and ambitious Koto Katakura, and the sweet and friendly Momoka Sonokawa. Together, they face the challenges of the industry head-on, even as they struggle to find their own unique voices and identities.

One of the standout features of Girlish Number is its honest and insightful portrayal of the anime industry. The show does not shy away from the harsh realities of voice acting, including the intense competition, the pressure to succeed, and the constant demand for perfection. At the same time, it also highlights the camaraderie and support that exists among voice actors, as they work together to create memorable characters and stories that capture the hearts of fans around the world.

Another key element of Girlish Number is its engaging characters, each of whom brings their own unique personality and backstory to the table. Chitose, for example, is initially portrayed as lazy and self-centered, but as the series progresses, she learns the value of hard work and dedication. Yae, meanwhile, is a talented and earnest voice actress who struggles with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. And Koto, the most experienced of the group, grapples with issues of identity and the desire to be taken seriously as an artist.

Overall, Girlish Number is an entertaining and insightful anime series that shines a light on the world of voice acting in a refreshing and honest way. With engaging characters, a well-crafted storyline, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, it is a must-watch for fans of the genre. So, if you're looking for a new anime series to check out, be sure to give Girlish Number a shot!

Girlish Number is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between October 6, 2016 and on TBS

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Seasons

12. Chitose Karasuma and...

December 28, 2016

Chitose's lateness to her show's last recording session becomes an unexpected source of inspiration. Later, the girls prepare to hit the stage again.

11. An Uncertain Chitose and a Determined Gojo

December 21, 2016

The girls notice Chitose's change in mood. In their goal to bring back their lovable idiot, they turn to the one person Chitose will listen to: Gojo.

10. Episode 10

December 8, 2016

Chitose gets a new manager. Her main manager hasn't changed yet, so the new one is just a sub. But in the end, they're going to switch. Despite not putting a lot of thought into her words, Chitose had always blamed the fact that she wasn't popular because of her manager. And yet, despite her managers changing, Chitose shows no change at all and keeps getting mob roles. On the other hand, Koto, Yae, and even Nanami, who just debuted, are continuously getting roles. But Chitose still can't see the painful reality that's right in front of her...

9. Episode 9

December 1, 2016

The dubbing sessions for the second cour of the anime Chitose and the others star in has started. It didn't really do well in sales, but somehow the project is continuing. Considering everything that went wrong, rather than being down in the dumps, the staff and cast seemed mysteriously hopeful... except for Chitose. Chitose had come to believe she had made it as a popular voice actress and she feels untouchable. To make matters worse, a newbie at her agency, Sakuragaoka Nanami, tells her how much she idolizes her, inflating her head even more.

8. Episode 8

November 24, 2016

In order to apologize to Kazuha's father for Kuzu's rudeness, Kazuha and some of the staff head to her hometown to apologize in person. For some reason, Momoka also decided to tag along. Once the get to Kazuha's family home, which is a traditional inn, they all meet with Kazuha's father. All seems to be going well until Kazuha and her father clash over something trivial, as Kazuha's mother tries to deal with them both. Momoka starts to feel something as she observes their family...

7. Episode 7

November 17, 2016

Momoka and Chitose send a drunk Kazuha back to her house, but there they meet Kazuha's mother, who had come from Yamagata. Apparently she was rather worried, after seeing the swimsuit footage. The next day at a radio program with all the girls, Kazuha's mother shows up once again. Despite the awkward atmosphere, they start recording. Kazuha has some surprising words to a listener's request, which Kazuha's mother had some opinions about...

6. Episode 6

November 10, 2016

In order to record some bonus footage for the physical release of Kusure, Chitose and the others arrive in Okinawa. The staff that came along are acting like this is some kind of vacation, and Chitose can't help but feel carefree as well. Meanwhile, Yae is rather nervous about her first swimsuit shoot, Koto can't hide her concerns about how badly the series is selling, Momoka is handling everything calmly as usual, and Kazuha was infuriated by the shoot. Later that night, the five gather in the banquet room and start to drink, and...

5. Episode 5

November 3, 2016

Chitose is extremely satisfied with how the CD for the opening song they recorded as a group is doing. She gets a big head once again, and even wears a disguise to go check out the display at an anime shop. Meanwhile, Yae and Koto actually don't seem nearly as enthused. Unlike Chitose, who hadn't been watching the completed episodes on TV, the two had been watching it, and couldn't help but feel conflicted. Next, it was decided that the voice actresses would do a fan event, but...

4. Episode 4

October 27, 2016

A screening event for the first episode of an anime that Chitose is starring in has arrived. Chitose and the other four girls would be appearing and talking, singing, and showing the first episode. Momoka and Kazuha had done a number of these events, so they seem calm. Meanwhile, the remaining three are filled with anticipation and nervousness... or so they thought. While Yae and Koto seem nervous, Chitose seems pretty relaxed in the green room, as she had no problem falling asleep...

3. Episode 3

October 20, 2016

The after recording sessions for the anime Chitose starts in finally starts. Yae and Koto seem nervous, but Chitose goes about the recording sessions with the wrong idea. However, her confidence is soon torn down. When she tries to do the part the way she thinks is okay, she can't get an OK, and she can't seem to get the requests from the staff right. Chitose realizes that she doesn't know what she's supposed to do, or what's wanted from her, and goes to the popular voice actress, Momoka, for help.

2. Episode 2

October 13, 2016

Chitose gets a big head when she finds out she got a huge role, even before she starts the job. However, the project is in some hot water because of some mix ups involving the production and the author, but she has no idea and is on cloud nine and heads to a meeting and sees two other girls there, her colleague, Yae, and her senpai, Katakura Koto. They suddenly find out that they're supposed to form a unit and have a CD debut...

1. Episode 1

October 6, 2016

Chitose attends an event to promote a show she's in, despite the fact that she only has a (very) minor voice acting role in it. Her attitude rubs a few people the wrong way.

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Where to Watch Girlish Number

Girlish Number is available for streaming on the TBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Girlish Number on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.