Directed by with a screenplay by Touko Machida , the series utilizes 3D CG animation for its dance sequences. This choice is practical; the complex, fluid movements required for pole dancing are notoriously difficult to hand-draw in traditional 2D animation. The CG allows for dynamic camera angles and precise physical positioning that capture the athletic "glory" of the sport.
: The groundwork is laid for Hinano's friends, who will eventually form the "Galaxy Princesses" team to compete in the Pole Dance Japan Cup . Technical Execution and Style Pole Princess!! Episode 1
The debut episode of Pole Princess!! , titled , establishes the foundational narrative for this original net animation (ONA) produced by Avex Pictures and Tatsunoko Production . The episode serves as a character-driven introduction to the world of competitive pole dancing, framed through the lens of a classic "saving the business" trope. Narrative Premise and Conflict Directed by with a screenplay by Touko Machida
: Both Hinano and Lilia are fighting to save institutions (the planetarium and the dance school) that represent their personal histories. : The groundwork is laid for Hinano's friends,
The story centers on , a 17-year-old girl whose life revolves around her grandmother’s planetarium. The central conflict is introduced immediately: the planetarium is facing closure. Hinano’s desire to save this cherished space leads her to a chance encounter with a woman dancing on a pole under a starry sky, sparking an inspiration to combine the grace of pole dancing with the atmosphere of the planetarium.
: The core concept of "pole dancing in a planetarium" suggests a fusion of athletic performance with celestial aesthetics.
: The "mild-mannered" but determined protagonist. Lilia Saijo : The experienced but struggling coach/mentor.