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A tale of a woman facing absurd challenges as she navigates through life's obstacles. Yang Zi hails from a fragmented family background, where her interactions with her elder brother Liu Bei Shi are often filled with conflict. Her romantic endeavors are marked by constant disappointment, as she tends to attract either clueless men or overly clingy partners. Despite her passion, Yang Zi struggles to excel in her professional endeavors due to a lack of expertise. Her circle of friends, though loyal, are known to borrow money without ever repaying it. Each unconventional experience has now become a routine part of Yang Zi's everyday life.

"Anar Pishti" is a comedy series in the Uyghur language that can be found online

25-year-old Eiko Ichikawa is employed in the general affairs department

Based on the manga "Cherry Knights" by the author Odawara Dragon.

Tsukiyama Hiroshi, a 4-year-old office worker, stumbles upon a hidden group dedicated to discussing their love for Shukan Shonen Jump. They engage in conversations about the popular manga, memorable episodes, and beloved characters from Jump. Through his interactions with the group, Tsukiyama starts to undergo a transformation influenced by their passion. As Tsukiyama, who admires heroes, and the other members delve deeper, they uncover a worldwide catastrophe unfolding before them.

Amihama Nami, a woman who prides herself on being candid, is employed at a publishing company. She possesses a strong sense of self-importance, rarely engaging in self-reflection. She represents a new type of protagonist, a dark heroine who tackles challenges with unwavering confidence and optimism. The story offers a humorous take on her unfiltered honesty, contrasting it with the more conventional wisdom of the adults around her. By the conclusion, you will find yourself rooting for her. (NHK World Premium)

Zhou Da Zhuang is a diligent young man who aspires to establish a Tanghulu store in his community. With the support of his loved ones and peers, he is confident in achieving his goal.

At a hospital in K City, Gao Yuan and Huo Shang, who had not crossed paths in eight years, unexpectedly reunited due to a car accident. Eight years prior, the studious Gao Yuan and the less academically inclined Huo Shang became close friends through mutual assistance. They had planned to attend the same university, but a tragic event involving Liang Qi disrupted their plans. After Huo Shang assisted Gao Yuan and Liang Qi following the accident, he mysteriously disappeared without a word. Gao Yuan has been troubled by Huo Shang's sudden departure. Now, they have the opportunity to rebuild their friendship and address any misunderstandings.

Following the sudden illness of Anlian Group's chairperson, her previously overlooked husband, Jin Shou Cheng, assumes control, leading to clashes with Sun Zhen Yi, the ambitious second-in-command. In the midst of this power struggle, Jin Shou Cheng's assistant, Song Chang Xu, orchestrates the return of Jin Shou Cheng's estranged daughter, Gao Jin Can, disguising her true identity and positioning her as a high-ranking executive. As suspicions grow and hidden agendas unfold, tensions escalate within the company. However, Gao Jin Can's bold and unpredictable actions throw a wrench in everyone's schemes, resulting in an unexpectedly humorous turn of events.

Tanaka Hiroshi is a regular young man who earns a living by cooking gyoza at a gyoza restaurant

Qin Jie, a newcomer to the workforce, is known for his warmth and neatness. Despite appearing aloof at first glance, he becomes quite chatty when he starts organizing. Zhen Lan, on the other hand, is a disorganized woman who works from home. In the past, she used hoarding as a way to cope with emotional pain, but thanks to Qin Jie, she has transformed into a tidying expert. Qin Jie not only helped her organize her living space but also assisted her in sorting out her emotions.

Man Yue, who previously worked in customer service, receives a surprise promotion to department leader. She soon realizes that leading a team can be challenging, particularly when dealing with diverse personalities.

Totsuka Kenta unexpectedly came into money through investing in cryptocurrency; Youichi Mano operates a dry-cleaning business known for its customer service; Toshiki Hagiwara dreams of leaving city life behind for a more relaxed lifestyle in the countryside; Takeyuki Wada struggles to find stable employment and resides in questionable living arrangements. These four men, all 29 years old, are facing crucial decisions that will shape their futures. What paths will they choose and what awaits them down the road? (Sony GEM)

The setting of the tale is a secretive sake store that can only be accessed by those in need. Within this shop, a touching story develops involving the proprietor who can transform sake into people, the humanized sake themselves, and the patrons who frequent the establishment. (YTV)

Let us assist you in commemorating your 100-day milestone! However, do you really know what your girlfriend looks like? Follow the trio as they search the streets of Miryang for his long-lost love! Will he be able to find the girlfriend he has always imagined?

Picking up from where it left off, the female staff members of GA-2, known as "the graveyard of female employees" due to their mundane tasks like changing light bulbs, restocking toilet paper, and organizing flower events, came to the company's rescue in the final episode of Shomuni. However, there have been significant changes at Manpan Corporation. The multinational company is now being managed in a dictatorial manner, with surveillance cameras installed throughout the premises to monitor employees' daily activities. Even the sinks in the restrooms are under scrutiny, as the Personnel Department, led by the sinister duo Terasaki and Nonomura, is once again looking for ways to cut costs. Taken from the graphic novel series by Yasuda Gumi.

Tsuboi Chinatsu, known as the least popular GA-2 employee in the Personnel Department, has recently left her position at Manpan Corporation. During a wedding event, she proposed a bet to four out of the five female GA-2 colleagues, excluding Tsukahara Sawako, regarding Sawako's potential loss of virginity by the end of the month (June 30th). Meanwhile, Sawako has been appointed as the new unofficial leader of GA-2, facing challenges in stepping into Chinatsu's former role. Taken from the manga series written by Yasuda Gumi.

"Himawari" is a comedic series centered around Akiko, a young woman employed at the same company as her father, Kenichi No.1. Akiko aspires to pursue a career as a manga artist while navigating her romantic feelings for Kenichi No.2. (NHK, UMK TV) Based on the manga "Himawari: Kenichi Legend" by Higashimura Akiko.

The show centers around a diverse group of office workers including receptionists, secretaries, directors, clerks, and administrators. It explores themes like relationships, work dynamics, meetings, sports, meals, and working late, portraying various aspects of contemporary urban office life. While the characters' antics and dialogue may be exaggerated at times, they all share the common goal of comically expressing their wildest daily thoughts in a self-deprecating way. Baidu

In the winter of 2023, the world has settled back to its usual state

In a touching and amusing story, Luo Jie shocks her husband, Pan Xiang Dong, by filing for divorce, leaving him devastated

"Nice To Meet You" is a hostel located in the heart of a mountain, with minimal staff due to low customer volume. The team consists of the manager, security guard, two customer service representatives, and a temporary worker assigned to miscellaneous tasks like taking out the trash. Despite having innovative ideas, manager Zhang Xiao Jian struggles to implement them effectively, often avoiding accountability and being frugal. As the hostel starts to attract more guests, the team becomes entangled in personal issues, guest secrets, and mysteries, testing their teamwork and service skills in a previously quiet environment.

An enthusiastic newcomer to the office becomes entangled in office conflicts and unique corporate mayhem, leading to unexpected personal development and a touching love story. (TMDb)

A wealthy woman approaching her 30th birthday decides to throw a lavish party to celebrate. However, on the same day, she is shocked to discover that her father has transferred the family's assets without her knowledge. Feeling betrayed by her own family, she meets a middle-aged architect who is pressured by his mother to settle down. In an attempt to reclaim what is rightfully hers, the woman moves into the architect's home under false pretenses, leading to a romantic and comedic living arrangement. Through this experience, she begins to feel the warmth and love of a true family.

Sakuradamon uses her exceptional makeup skills to conceal her true appearance, while Megurogawa has achieved a flawless face through cosmetic enhancements. Mitsue is dedicated to her work and remains reserved, whereas Chikage is a naturally beautiful woman who excels at socializing with men at drinking gatherings. This drama features a diverse cast of characters, including an elderly woman who undergoes a transformation after being influenced by a lecherous manager and her granddaughter. The story unfolds with unpredictable twists and turns as we follow these individuals' journeys.

Tamura Nozomi is known for her positive attitude towards life, always believing in the best in people. Sakaeda Chiharu, an assistant, goes above and beyond in her role. Their paths cross at a clinic where Sakaeda assists Tamura in standing up to her boss for inappropriate behavior. Sakaeda recognizes Tamura's potential in their field, but Tamura is content with her job as a server. In the show, they are depicted as 28-year-olds eager to settle down. Despite their differences, they develop a strong friendship over time.

Mae, a fictional character who heavily relies on makeup, has recently experienced a significant weight gain, reaching a total of 120kg. The upcoming storyline will focus on her journey towards a drastic weight loss transformation.

"Ai Shite Knight" takes place in Osaka and follows the story of Yaeko "Yakko" Mitamura, an 18-year-old who works at her father's Okonomiyaki restaurant. One day, Yakko encounters a young boy named Hashizo and his peculiar cat Juliano. Hashizo, who lost his parents as a baby, was raised by his older brother Go. Go Kato is the frontman of the up-and-coming rock band "Bee Hive." As Yakko meets Go and his bandmate Satomi Okawa, a series of unexpected events and complicated romances ensue.

The narrative centers on a university student who realizes he possesses the ability to perceive and interact with the microscopic organisms surrounding him - tiny beings depicted as cute, exaggerated characters. (Anime News Network)

Hitomi Takashiro and Akako Honda form the comedy duo Akako to Hitomi, which they established approximately five years ago. Despite their lack of widespread popularity, they continue to entertain a small, loyal audience with their Manzai performances at a local theater. Their fortunes take a turn when they apprehend a middle school student attempting to steal Hitomi's bicycle, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the female comedy duo. (

Shomuni 2013 showcases a new lineup of team members, with the exception of Esumi Makiko, who will be reprising her role as the spirited Tsuboi Chinatsu. It has been a decade since Shomuni disbanded at Manpan Corporation, and all the department members have retired. Tsuboi Chinatsu's whereabouts remain unknown. In light of the prolonged economic downturn affecting Japanese companies, restructuring has become a common occurrence. Like many others, Manpan is also facing the impact of this trend. Maruyama Shiori, an aspiring Olympic gold-medalist in pole vaulting, was recruited by Manpan for their PR campaign. However, the company dissolved the track and field club due to severe cost-cutting measures, deeming Shiori as no longer valuable. To encourage Shiori, who lacks even basic telephone operator skills, to leave voluntarily, the company began spreading negative remarks about her on social media. Shiori is now an outcast at the company, shunned by everyone except for the group of OL team members - Minami Madoka, Abe Reiko, Kojima Masuko, and Fukuda Masuyo. One day, Shiori encounters a woman who appears to be fleeing from someone. The following day, she spots the same woman at the company - the legendary Tsuboi Chinatsu! Has Chinatsu returned to the company? What are the company's and Chinatsu's motives?

Kenichi Endo, Ren Osugi, Tomorowo Taguchi, Susumu Terajima, Yutaka Matsushige, and Ken Mitsuishi are all invited to participate in a high-budget television series featuring a renowned lead actor and internationally acclaimed director. In order to prepare for their roles and develop their on-screen relationships, the director suggests that the six supporting actors reside together in a shared house for a period of three months. As they embark on their temporary living arrangement, a past incident from a decade ago resurfaces, leading to feelings of resentment among the actors.

The focus of the story is on a group known as the "committee," consisting of a fighter, a musician, and a business leader, who hear the tales of individuals seeking their advice. These individuals share their experiences related to their romantic relationships, particularly instances where they believed they were close to engaging in sexual activity but ultimately did not. Subsequently, the committee provides their assessment on whether the individuals would have proceeded with sex if circumstances had been altered.

Madoka Koga, who continues to display her tough demeanor from her rebellious past but has yet to experience intimacy; Chiyo Fukuma, a woman who reveres shoujo manga as guides for love; and Sawako Chidori, a woman who consistently finds herself drawn to inadequate men. The narrative focuses on these three women who cross paths during late-night revelry, sharing anecdotes of disappointing encounters with men.

Leader, Ichii, Nii, Sai, and Yoi are extraterrestrials who have arrived on Earth with intentions of conquest. Yoi stands out as the sole female member of the group. In search of a peaceful method to take over the planet, Yoi treats the team to a live performance by a male idol group. The aliens are captivated by the show and decide to transform themselves into a renowned idol group in order to carry out their invasion. They name their idol unit 'Dolmen X.'

A man has a spouse in various regions of Japan and treats each one to a meal at a restaurant during separate business trips.