Yamato Nikaido comes across as very lazy and easy-going, but he is very passionate about what he does and cares a lot about the other members of IDOLiSH7. He took up the position of “Leader” only because he was the oldest in the group, he actually considered pulling himself out of the audition for IDOLiSH7. 

(Source: Idolish7 Wikia)

A group of aspiring idols gather at Takanashi Productions and are entrusted with the company's future. The seven men who have just met represent a variety of totally different personalities. However, they each have their own charm and possess unknown potential as idols. Forming a group, they take their first step together as "IDOLiSH7." Their brilliantly shining dancing forms onstage eventually begin captivating the hearts of the people. 
 
(Source: Anime News Network) 
 
Episodes 1-2 were pre-streamed on November 3, 2017.

**Height:** 174 cm

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On September 12, 2022, it was revealed that he is married to the writer and former idol [Mariru Harada](https://anilist.co/staff/150544/Mariru-Harada), with whom he has a child.

The second season of IDOLiSH7. Note: The first episode received a special screening at "Idolish 7 Fan Thanksgiving Day vol.5" on December 14, 2019 and it was distributed on various streaming websites on January 7, 2020. The regular TV broadcast started on April 5, 2020.

The third season of IDOLiSH7.
 
Note: The first three episodes received an early web premiere on June 13, 2021. The regular TV broadcast started on July 4, 2021.

The second cour of the third season of IDOLiSH7.

A spin-off series of the IDOLiSH7 TV series streamed exclusively on YouTube.

The novel, "Re:member," from the popular idol rhythm game makes it to comic format! The past of Idolish7's senpai group, Re:vale, is finally revealed! What hurdles have Banri, Yuki and Momo overcome before the formation of the group...?
 
Note: Includes 3 extras.

A new beginning with you, on this stage!
 
A dream live performance by the top runners of the male idol world who competed for "BLACK or WHITE LIVE SHOWDOWN" will be held in May! IDOLiSH7, TRIGGER, Re:vale, and ŹOOĻ, 4 groups with various charms, will meet in one place, and the magnificent live entertainment will begin! 

Music will connect the times and people's feelings.Thus, I hope that this stage will be loved beyond time. 

(Source: Official IDOLiSH7 LIVE 4bit - BEYOND THE PERiOD site, translated)

Day 2 of IDOLiSH's Concert Film - BEYOND THE PERIOD. 
Aspiring idols come to Takanashi Productions to form musical groups, in hopes of finding international fame. Four groups decide to put on a live performance. IDOLiSH7, TRIGGER, Re:vale, and ŹOOĻ each have their own distinct dances, style, and presence. Together, they’ll put on a concert for the ages. Discover a performance unlike any other from the groups you’ve come to love! 
(Source: Crunchyroll)

The popular smartphone game has been turned into a manga! Tsumugi, manager of the seven unique members of Idolish7, is pulled left and right by the energetic boys...?!


Official music video for IDOLiSH7's song "MEMORiES MELODiES". It was also included on the "MONSTER GENERATiON" single and "i7" album.

Based on the popular idols training game. The official adaptation to manga! Make a wish to a shooting star. The Idolish7 school festival concert is about to begin. But a confrontation has arisen over the number of spectators! The air conditioning and underpants. Full story. An attack breaks the peace in which the members of the group live. Who has been the culprit !? Good morning, laughter! What happened one morning in the bedroom. It includes four comic strips and valuable sketches!
 
(Source: ECC Ediciones, translated)

Music video for the song WONDER LiGHT by IDOLiSH7. The full music video mostly features scenes not seen in the anime's opening sequence. This is the 15th music video created for the IDOLiSH7 franchise. 
Note: A short "OP" version was streamed on September 17, 2022 before the TV anime aired. This song, and parts of this music video, serves as the opening of IDOLiSH7: Third BEAT! Part 2.

Yamato Nikaidou