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The "idol culture," which primarily revolves around female idol groups and pop music, is currently permeating various aspects of Japanese society. *Tokyo Idol* delves into the core of this cultural phenomenon through a documentary format, exploring the impact of the idol culture trend on society. The film follows the journey of a real "Tokyo idol" as she rises to fame. Her "brothers" are a group of middle-aged men who have dedicated their lives to following female idols, both online and in real life. They have given up their jobs and were once considered marginal figures in society, but they have fully immersed themselves in idol culture. As idol culture has grown, they have become mainstream figures in the online world. Director Haruko Miyake uses the provocative attire of female idols to reveal the role of gender dynamics within the Japanese pop music industry.