Kirakiraprecure | A La Mode Episode 21
Kirakira Precure a la Mode Episode 21: "The Great Cafe Trial! The Precure of the Past"
The latest episode of Kirakira Precure a la Mode, episode 21, has just aired and it's a doozy. The episode is titled "The Great Cafe Trial! The Precure of the Past" and it sees our favorite Precure team, the Precure à la mode, facing off against a new and formidable foe.
In this episode, Hana and her friends are transported back in time to the era of the original Precure teams. They soon find themselves in the midst of a bustling cafe, where they meet a young girl named Nagisa who bears a striking resemblance to one of the Precure from a previous generation.
As they try to figure out how to get back to their own time, Hana and the gang discover that a mysterious villain, known as the "Time Reaver", has also traveled back in time with the intention of disrupting the timeline and altering the course of history.
The Time Reaver proves to be a powerful foe, with the ability to manipulate time itself. The Precure à la mode team must use all of their skills and work together to defeat the Time Reaver and restore the original timeline.
Meanwhile, Nagisa, who is revealed to be the younger sister of one of the Precure from the past, plays a crucial role in helping the Precure à la mode team on their mission. With her help, they are able to overcome the challenges they face and ultimately emerge victorious.
This episode is a love letter to fans of the Precure franchise, with plenty of nods to previous teams and characters. It's a fun and action-packed episode that is sure to delight both old and new fans of the series.
Episode Highlights:
- The Precure à la mode team travels back in time to the era of the original Precure teams.
- They meet Nagisa, a young girl who bears a striking resemblance to one of the Precure from a previous generation.
- The team faces off against the powerful Time Reaver, who seeks to disrupt the timeline.
- Nagisa plays a crucial role in helping the Precure à la mode team on their mission.
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Kirakira☆Precure A La Mode Episode 21: The Big Reveal Episode 21 of Kirakira☆Precure A La Mode, titled "Ciel has another name", serves as a pivotal turning point in the series. Airing on July 2, 2017, this episode finally bridges the gap between the mysterious genius patissière, Ciel Kirahoshi, and the mystical world of the fairies. Plot Summary: A Long-Awaited Reunion
The episode begins with Ichika encountering ghostly figures that turn out to be the other fairies of Ichigoyama, who were scattered during the initial explosion at the mountain. These fairies are joyfully reunited with Pekorin and the Cures, leading to a celebratory party.
The atmosphere shifts when Ciel arrives and immediately recognizes all the fairies. As the Cures prepare to reveal their own secret identities to her, the villainous Bibury interrupts the festivities. Bibury uses her doll, Iru, to absorb Kirakiraru from mousse cakes, causing chaos and endangering the gathered fairies. Key Revelations and Major Events
This episode is packed with lore-heavy reveals that set the stage for the second half of the season:
Kirarin’s True Identity: It is officially revealed that Ciel Kirahoshi is actually the fairy Kirarin. Having studied in France to become a master patissière, she gained the ability to take on a human form. kirakiraprecure a la mode episode 21
The Twin Brother: Ciel discloses that she has a twin brother named Pikario.
Noir’s Debut: The main antagonist, Noir, makes his first major appearance in this episode, signaling a shift in the stakes of the battle for Kirakiraru.
Julio’s Power-Up: After several defeats, Julio receives a dark power-up from Noir, preparing him for a final showdown with the Cures. Themes and Highlights
The episode highlights the contrast between professional skill and heartfelt cooking. Ciel finds herself questioning why families prefer Ichika’s simple "bear pancakes" over her own technically perfect creations, a theme that emphasizes that "feelings" (Kirakiraru) are the most important ingredient.
The battle sequence is also notable for Ciel’s active involvement; even without being a Pretty Cure yet, she uses an umbrella to protect the girls from Bibury’s boosted monster attacks. Role in Episode 21 Ichika (Cure Whip)
Organizes the fairy reunion party and leads the fight against Bibury. Ciel (Kirarin)
Reveals her fairy identity and her past with her brother, Pikario. Bibury Kirakira Precure a la Mode Episode 21: "The Great Cafe Trial
The primary antagonist of the episode who attempts to steal the party's Kirakiraru. Noir
Appears for the first time to grant Julio new, dangerous power.
This episode is essential viewing on platforms like the Pretty Cure Wiki for fans tracking the overarching mystery of Ciel’s past and the true nature of the Kirakiraru Thieves. Pretty Cure Wikihttps://prettycure.fandom.com
The Opposition: Julio’s Shadow
The primary antagonist of the episode is not a traditional monster-of-the-week but the returning anti-hero, Julio (who previously kidnapped the fairy Pekorin). Using a corrupted Kirakiraru, he creates a powerful Yokubarl—a creature born from greed and impatience. However, the true enemy is internal: Ciel’s obsession with technical perfection.
The judges include Ichika (Cure Whip) and the mysterious elder, Bibury. The challenge? Create a dessert that embodies the phrase, "For someone special."
1. Deconstructing Perfectionism
In the world of PreCure, battles are usually won through friendship and shouting. Episode 21 takes a more mature route. Ciel learns that "perfection" without intention is hollow. This message resonates deeply with adult viewers, especially those in creative or high-pressure fields.
Episode Title:
"Cure Parfait! Let's Find the Last PreCure!" The Precure à la mode team travels back
Animation and Direction Highlights
This episode is a standout in the KiraKira catalog. While the season is known for its bouncy, soft character designs (thanks to character designer Akira Inagami), Episode 21 employs Shaft-style angles—Dutch tilts and close-ups of eyes dilating.
- The Transformation Scene: Cure Parfait’s transformation lasts 90 seconds—long by TV standards—and features a stunning sequence where her dress shatters like a sugar glass window.
- Voice Acting: M.A.O (Cure Parfait) delivers a career-best performance here. The crack in her voice when she says "Nii-chan" is haunting. Similarly, Daisuke Kishio (Julio/Gōri) portrays the internal struggle with just grunts and heavy breathing, avoiding cliché villain laughs.
- Color Palette: The episode deliberately drains colors in the first half, replacing the usual pastel pinks and yellows with icy blues and grays. Only when Ciel remembers the "first strawberry tart" do the warm reds return.
4. Thematic Depth
This episode beautifully handles themes of:
- Failure and recovery (Ciel’s trauma from her past mistake).
- The danger of perfectionism (Noir exploited her fear of never being good enough).
- Friendship as salvation (The Cures don’t defeat Julio; they reach out to Ciel, breaking Noir’s hold).
- Finding your own flavor (a recurring KiraKira metaphor for identity).