Episode 5 of Oshi no Ko is scheduled to air on May 10, 2023, on various television networks in Japan. It will also be streamed to a global audience through multiple streaming platforms. Fans have been anticipating the release of the forthcoming episode ever since episode 4 aired, as it will bring massive plot advancement and start a new stage in Aqua and Ruby's lives.
Fans will also be introduced to a set of new characters in the upcoming episode. Additionally, Kana will be asked to join the idol group being formed by Strawberry Productions.
Oshi no Ko episode 5 to feature Kana being approached by Strawberry Productions
Broadcasting details and where to watch
Oshi no Ko follows a weekly release schedule. Thus, every Wednesday a new episode of the show hits the screens. Episode 5 is scheduled to air in Japan on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. The episode will air on Japanese channels including Chiba TV, BS11, KBS Kyoto, Sun TV, Tokyo MX, and Gunma TV, as per their scheduled time slot for native audiences.
International viewers, on the other hand, will be able to view the episode on HIDIVE or Netflix.
Here is a list of the release dates and times of Oshi no Ko episode 5 in various countries:
- India: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 9 pm
- Japan: Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 12:30 am
- South Korea: Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 12:30 am
- UK: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 3:30 pm
- USA: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 am
- Canada: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 am
- Germany: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 4:30 pm
- Italy: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 4:30 pm
- Brazil: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 12:30 pm
- France: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 4:30 pm
- Spain: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 4 pm
- Pakistan: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 8:30 pm
- Bangladesh: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 9:30 pm
- Nepal: Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 9:15 pm
- Australia: Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 2:30 am
Here are the release time of the episode according to different timezones:
- Central Time (CST): Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 am
- Indian Time (IST): Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 9 pm
- Pacific time (PT): Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 8:30 am
- Eastern Time (EST): Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 11:30 am
- European Time (CEST): Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 5:30 pm
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 3:30 pm
What happened in episode 4?
In Oshi no Ko episode 4, Aqua showed off his exceptional acting skills by playing the role of a villain for a live manga adaptation series. He intentionally provoked the male lead to elicit genuine anger for the scene, which ended up creating the perfect setup for Kana to deliver her best performance. The episode turned out to be a huge success, and even the manga artist was moved to tears.
In addition, the episode revealed that the DNA sample Aqua collected from the show's producer did not match his, indicating he is not his biological father. However, Aqua still needed information from the producer, who demanded he participates in a dating reality show in exchange.
The episode also introduced two new characters, Minami and Frill, who are Ruby's celebrity classmates at their new school, which is full of kids working in the entertainment industry.
What to expect in episode 5?
In episode 5 of Oshi no Ko, fans can expect to witness several intriguing events. Aqua and Ruby's goals will continue to progress and Ruby is expected to try getting close to the new character, Frill, as she admires her very much.
Furthermore, Aqua has been approached to participate in a dating show in exchange for information about his mother. Thus, viewers will witness the start of a new arc in Oshi no Ko, which will bring further developments and introduce a new set of characters. The events will slowly showcase how Aqua gets dragged deeper into show business in his search for his biological father.
Most importantly, Strawberry Productions will approach Kana following Aqua's recommendation to Miyako Saitou for a spot in the upcoming idol group. Aqua will also be seen encouraging Kana to join the group. Therefore, fans will get a deeper understanding of Kana's perspective as she considers the offer.
Oshi no Ko episode 5 promises to advance the plot and explore the complexities of each character's journey.