AKB0048
Series Overview
AKB0048, sometimes stylized AKB∞48, is a 2012 Japanese anime television series based on the popular AKB48 idol group. The anime is produced by Satelight, with Shōji Kawamori as chief director and writer. The first season aired in Japan between April and July 2012 whilst the second season aired between January and March 2013.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 26 Episodes
25 min per episode
2012 – 2013
Premiered: Sun, Apr 29, 2012
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 26: “No Name...”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
AKB0048 TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-12-19
Cast & Creators
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Sayaka Nakaya
Orine Aida (voice)
Amina Sato
Yuuka Ichijou (voice)
Sawako Hata
Suzuko Kanzaki (voice)
Sumire Sato
Mimori Kishida (voice)
Karen Iwata
Nagisa Motomiya (voice)
Haruka Ishida
Kanata Shinonome (voice)
Kumi Yagami
Sonata Shinonome (voice)
Mayu Watanabe
Chieri Sono (voice)
Mita Mao
Makoto Yokomizo (voice)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shoji Kawamori, Yoshimasa Hiraike
Shoji Kawamori, Mari Okada
Hiroshi Takaki, Slawomir Kowalewski
Maki Ueda
Kentaro Tsubone
Gou Syukuri, Toshimichi Otsuki, Kenjiro Kawando
Department Leadership Roster
Gou Syukuri
Producer
Kentaro Tsubone
Editor
Maki Ueda
Director of Photography
Kenjiro Kawando
Producer
Hiroshi Takaki
Original Music Composer
Slawomir Kowalewski
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
M: Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About AKB0048
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What is AKB0048 about?
AKB0048, sometimes stylized AKB∞48, is a 2012 Japanese anime television series based on the popular AKB48 idol group. The anime is produced by Satelight, with Shōji Kawamori as chief director and writer. The first season aired in Japan between April and July 2012 whilst the second season aired between January and March 2013.
How many seasons does AKB0048 have?
AKB0048 comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in AKB0048?
Key cast members in AKB0048 include Sayaka Nakaya, Amina Sato, Sawako Hata, Sumire Sato, Karen Iwata.
Who created or directed AKB0048?
AKB0048 was developed and directed by Shoji Kawamori, Yoshimasa Hiraike.