It's about idol groups (big groups of singers/dancers, usually girls), where fans can vote the singer that gets the most attention[1], who represents the group

It's about idol groups (big groups of singers/dancers, usually girls), where fans can vote the singer that gets the most attention[1], who represents the group at different occasions or who will join next. Because the votes are usually tied to a CD, the logistics of crazy fans can be complex, as they buy cartloads[2]. [1] http://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2013/07/01/language/voting-for-idols-is-bigger-than-politics/ http://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2013/07/01/language/voting-... [2] http://en.rocketnews24.com/2014/05/22/akb48-fan-shows-his-love-the-only-way-he-knows-how-by-buying-300000-worth-of-cds/ http://en.rocketnews24.com/2014/05/22/akb48-fan-shows-his-lo...