Hataraki Man
Hiroko Matsukata’s determined to work her way to the top, and at only 28, she’s now an editor at Jidai Weekly. But she’s had to dedicate her life to work while suppressing her feminine character traits to blend in with her uncouth male coworkers.
Cast: Rie Tanaka, Atsuko Tanaka, Yuji Ueda
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Season 1
11 episodes
1. The Female Hataraki ManHiroko is damn good at her job, but the stress is eating her alive. An interview with a politician may lead to her biggest scoop yet, but there’s a cost to everything.TV-14CC23minOct 13, 2006
2. Stakeout ManFumiya really doesn’t like his job and likes Hiroko even less. But the job comes first, and he needs help on a stakeout…TV-14CC23minOct 20, 2006
3. Ramen ManPointless meetings prevent employees from actually doing their work. Hiroko is NOT happy when her pitch for an article is reassigned to someone else.TV-14CC23minOct 27, 2006
4. Apology ManSomeone needs to make sure important things get done. However, is it worth it when it puts a strain on a relationship?TV-14CC23minNov 3, 2006
5. Double Back ManMayu discovers that she’s been sidelined in favor of Hiroko as a serial lead due to lack of experience.TV-14CC23minNov 10, 2006
6. Princess ManAn employee must navigate the murky waters of office politics and gossip carefully. Getting involved, no matter how well-intentioned, can have repercussions.TV-14CC23minNov 17, 2006
7. Meticulous ManEveryone needs a break to avoid burnout. Hiroko is a regular client of Midoriko, a massage therapist. Do both women have something to teach the other?TV-14CC23minNov 24, 2006
8. Reward ManMakoto Chiba works in sales. It’s an important job, but it can also be thankless. But that’s ok, it’s enough if a book sells well. At least, that’s what he tells himself.TV-14CC23minDec 1, 2006
9. Accomplished Hataraki ManHiroko had an interview lined up, but the man died of heart failure from overworking. Whether she wishes to or not, Hiroko finds herself affected by this.TV-14CC23minDec 8, 2006
10. Incapable Hataraki ManPersonal problems can bleed over into work. In comparison to Hiroko’s life, Maiko seems to have everything figured out.TV-14CC23minDec 15, 2006
11. Nevertheless, Hataraki ManHiroko and Shinji both consistently choose their careers over their relationship, which is now at a breaking point. Can things really continue as they are now?TV-14CC23minDec 22, 2006
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★ 7.5/1020061 season11 episodesEnded
Hiroko Matsukata’s determined to work her way to the top, and at only 28, she’s now an editor at Jidai Weekly. But she’s had to dedicate her life to work while suppressing her feminine character traits to blend in with her uncouth male coworkers.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Koji Yamamoto, Yoko Matsuzaki, Yukihiro Itou
- Studio
- Fuji Television Network, Kodansha, Sony Music Entertainment (Japan)
