Japanese idols and idol groups have taken the Japanese music scene by storm since their first appearance in the 80s and have attracted the attention of Western fans as well. Ever wonder what makes them tick and how they attract legions of devoted fans around the world? If so, join A-To-J Connections as they dissect various aspects of the “idol equation” and examine topics like the fandom, the audition/graduation system, career-ending scandals and just what exactly it means to be an idol.