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In the Japanese context, idols are generally young entertainers (usually singers) who usually wear very showy or frilly outfits.
Several game, manga and anime series include idols or are even centered around idols, including Idolmaster, Love Live!, Aikatsu!, the Pretty series, Uta no Prince-sama, Macross, and Creamy Mami, the later two being generally considered the start of idols in anime.