10 anime like Aikatsu!, ranked by the community. These aren't random picks — they're the shows people watch next when they want more music.
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Fans who liked Aikatsu! tend to recommend Pretty Rhythm: Aurora Dream, PriPara, Love Live! School Idol Project the most. If you're into Music, any of these are a solid pick.
Aikatsu! has a 7.50 on MAL. That's a solid score. Most people who give it a shot end up enjoying it.
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