Synopsis
When Shinozaki started his new job, he never expected his superior to be so…cute!? He was struggling to learn the ropes until Katase, his adorably tiny and kind senpai, took him under her wing. She goes above and beyond to ensure Shinozaki feels comfortable—even rubbing his shoulders when he’s tense. But as they grow closer, Shinozaki hopes her devoted attention might mean something more.
Episodes
12 / 12 Episodes
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Episode 1
My Senpai Is Small and Cute
Shinozaki Takuma is in his first year of employment at his new job, and is encountering a lot of the same struggles most new workers run into. But the presence of a cute, doting senpai named Katase Shiori might make the job worth it, no matter how tough it gets.
2
Episode 2
Despite Appearances, I'm More the Big Sister Type.
After their manager's attempt to arrange a romantic dinner for the two of them, a rainy day leaves Shinozaki feeling under the weather, and Shiori decides to check in on him.
3
Episode 3
Is This How I Look to You?
Shinozaki and Shiori reminisce over past experiences at work during lunch with Akina. On their way back to the office they happen upon a crane game with plushies that remind them of one another.
4
Episode 4
When It Comes to Him, I'm Not Sure Yet...
Chinatsu has plans to attend a cosplay event on a day off from work and doesn't want her coworkers to know. While on her way she happens to bump into her manager. Later on, Katase has a piece of chocolate for Halloween that contains alcohol.
5
Episode 5
Would you like to take a detour home?
On their way back to the office from a client meeting, Shinozaki and Shiori are approached by a reporter looking to do a story on a couple and, after some discussion, the pair decide to pretend to be a couple for her video.
6
Episode 6
I can't resist my instincts!
It's the end of the year, and as Shinozaki and Shiori are filled with anticipation for a new year, Chinatsu is staring down a deadline for her new dojinshi, with her only help coming from an unexpected individual.
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Episode 7
Do you really not want it?
Returning to work after New Year's Shiori thinks she's gotten taller and she asks Shinozaki if he notices anything different about her. Later, Yutaka swipes her brother's phone and sends a message to Shiori asking for a picture.
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Episode 8
It's time for a good boy to go to bed, right?
The office gang decide to use some of their paid time off to go on a hot springs vacation. At the inn's pool Shinozaki finds out that Shiori can't swim so he wants to help teach her.
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Episode 9
Something I want to talk about just the two of us...
Shinozaki and Shiori are asked to get some old Meowtaro merchandise from the basement storage. While looking through things a couple co-workers wander in looking for some alone time and Shinozaki and Shiori quickly hide.
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Episode 10
Even if it's just pretend, with my junior...
It's Sunpick's 40th anniversary and the new hire competition is about to kick off. The prize is a vacation to Okinawa for the winner's department. Shinozaki is aiming to win, but Dev Group 1's chief, Akina's old rival, has other plans.
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Episode 11
Can I squeeze it in?
With the new hire competition in full swing, Shinozaki is worried about the pressure Kurusu is dealing with and asks Shiori to help cheer her up. The groups then give their presentations. Who will win the Most Valuable New Hire Award?
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Episode 12
A story about a small senior at my company
Yamagishi has finished working on her Meowtaro game and wants Shinozaki to play it. Things become stressful for Shinozaki and Shiori when some of the game's dialog hits too close to home. Later on everyone tries to make plans together for Golden Week.
Characters
Shiori Katase
Main
Takuma Shinozaki
Main
Chihiro Akina
Supporting
Chinatsu Hayakawa
Supporting
Aiko Yamagishi
Supporting
Yutaka Shinozaki
Supporting
Comments
Information
Aired
Jul 01, 2023
to Sep 30, 2023
to Sep 30, 2023
Season
SUMMER 2023
Source
Unknown
Format
Unknown
Genres
Comedy
Romance
Slice of Life
Studios
project No.9
Statistics
Score
★ 6.7
Popularity
#35995
Related
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