Washimi?
Washimi!
You called, sir?
I wonder if you could take a look at this.
What's this?
I'm thinking of putting up an objet d'art-like somen noodle slide
in the office next summer!
This is the model!
The sound of noodles sliding through water...
I think it could boost our employees' morale during the hot months.
Rejected.
Don't waste time on such tasks.
Let me tell you your schedule for today.
How cruel!
Our company is very old-fashioned, so I was trying
to brighten things up with perks like the ones at tech companies!
No tech company has a noodle slide in the office.
Show some respect. You're the secretary!
This model cost 300,000 yen to make!
RECEIPT 300,000 YEN
Don't tell me...
Did you plan to put this on company expenses?
Can't I?
This is your hobby.
Wait a second, Ms. Washimi! Please!
Your predecessor would have been upset.
Wait! Please!
RAGE
KARAOKE RECEPTION 2ND FLOOR
You want to get married and be a full-time housewife?!
So this is why you started yoga.
I see. In other words...
You sculpt your body through yoga, bag a boyfriend who earns good money,
marry at 26 or 27, quit your job, and live happily ever after.
That's your plan?
Well, I never said "live happily ever after," but...
What's wrong?
There's no one you like now, right?
You just want to run away from your job.
Don't underestimate housework. Marriage isn't a walk in the park.
You'll have zombie-like friends who are tired of parenting.
Some marriages also go completely cold.
I pity the husband who's being chosen out of convenience.
Husbands aren't ATMs, you know.
Gori, stop nodding and say something!
Well, I don't know!
Marriage isn't entirely a gamble, though!
Love is a good thing, regardless of how it starts!
Well, if that's what you think. Whatever.
Maybe Ms. Washimi is right, and it is naïve to look for escape in marriage.
Still...
Hey, short-timer!
Tea! Tea!
Tea! Tea! Tea!
I could be attacked at any time and from any side.
Tea!
His range extends by the day.
Tea-tea-tea-tea-tea-tea-tea-tea!
How am I going to survive this harsh battle?
-Tea! -I want one!
-Me too! -Don't forget me!
All these guys jumping on board tick me off!
Fetching tea suits you perfectly, short-timer.
TEA ROOM
Maybe I'll add some dishrag water in the tea.
Maybe not.
Here you are.
Not even a "thank you"!
Director Ton! Thank you for the treat the other day!
Tsunoda!
The pleasure was all mine.
Is that a new golf club? Amazing!
You don't miss anything, do you? I've got a brand new driver!
I hit an eagle with this baby last week!
Wow! I don't know what an eagle is but it sounds amazing!
It was a dogleg hole. I was two down from top.
I hit against the wind over the trees and took the lead!
Amazing!
Tsunoda is busy cozying up to him again.
It is amazing how she can butter him up without a shred of shame.
Yeah...
I can't believe you invited me out for dinner.
Yeah. There's something I would like to ask you.
How do you manage to manipulate him so easily?
-Manipulate? -Yes. Director Ton.
I mean, you have him wrapped around your little finger.
Oh, stop it! It's pretty normal.
I don't know what "normal" means to you.
Ms. Retsuko, you don't think I'm sucking up to him, do you?
No! Not really!
It's OK. I am.
What Director Ton wants to hear is, put very simply...
"I'm so great!"
Easy.
That's why I always say to him, "Amazing!"
If it puts him in a good mood, why not take advantage of it?
Same thing as telling girls that they are cute.
That's very forthright, isn't it?
Of course it is!
Here is your order. Sorry about the wait.
But...
Doesn't it feel like you've surrendered if you flatter him?
It only feels like you've lost. So that's not a defeat, is it?
Oh...
People tend to hate me for this, though.
What? Really?
Who could hate you?
Take Ms. Fenneko,
she really hates me, doesn't she?
Who knows...
It's fine. I don't really care.
Let's eat before the food gets cold.
First I'll take a picture.
Why?!
Why is there a picture of Retsuko being friendly with Tsunoda?
Retsuko! What the heck is going on with you and Tsunoda?!
What do you mean? We just dined together.
Are you crossing to the other side? Becoming obsessed with your image?
Hustling for likes online?
It's nothing like that.
That's fine, then...
ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT
Oh, Retsuko.
I fixed your laptop.
Really? Thank you!
Amazing! It's really fast now!
You barely had any space left on your hard drive.
I swapped out the drive and optimized your settings.
Haida...
Amazing!
No big deal.
I can fix it again anytime you want.
All right! Successful attempt!
Next comes the real battle!
Very... busy!
Director Ton! Are you practicing golf?
That's amazing!
What part?
Your swing? I thought it was amazing.
How is my swing amazing?
Well... Your hip stance...
Hip?!
What's wrong?
I hurt my back trying to pick up the chopsticks last night!
I've tried every trick in the book. I'm preparing for Saturday's competition.
I understand. You're making fun of me.
No, no!
Director, how can I help?
-Rub me! -Yes, sir!
Retsuko! People like you...!
What?!
Why? Why?
Why did this happen?!
How awkward!
But it's good that you're taking action.
The girl who gave you that advice sounds wise.
Do you butter up men by telling them how amazing they are?
I do. Not lightly, but I'll use it as a last resort with a man I'm aiming for.
I see...
In my case, I'm usually the one being told I'm amazing.
Oh...
Recently a youngster told me that I looked great.
Oh my...
I gave it my best shot...
But I really think my only option is to get married and quit...
Look, Director Ton is used to treating you in a certain way.
It's impossible to suddenly change that dynamic.
It seems that you pushed too hard, too soon.
Then what should I do?
You know, adults...
Once they set their eyes on a prize...
They get to scheming.
What is Ms. Washimi up to?
PRESIDENT'S ROOM
Come in.
Excuse me.
What is it?
It's about the reimbursement of the cost of your model.
I've taken care of it.
Oh, really?
Thank you! I have to tip my hat to you, Washimi.
By the way, sir...
I'd like to discuss a separate matter.
It's about Director Ton in Accounting.
Wait, I don't really have anywhere to go to this time.
Power harassment, you say?
And troubling reports of sexual discrimination.
But it's just a rumor, right? I would wager that there is no proof.
Is it really that big a deal?
Some people just whine about anything.
Sir.
This poses a risk for the company.
Ton's behavior is impacting directly a female employee's mental health.
What's to stop her from putting this online or taking it to the media?
If you want to see the company's name dragged through the mud,
please feel free to ignore this problem.
I discussed the issue with the president.
Amazing!
Retsuko, did you bring that receipt I gave you?
Ah, yes.
I haven't finished processing it, though.
That's okay.
RECEIPT 300,000 YEN
What?!
I never said that Accounting had accepted it.
I told him that I had taken care of it.
That clueless CEO annoyed me,
rambling about how he doubted there was proof.
So this is what he gets.
Ms. Washimi, I love you!
So you see, your management style comes off a little strong at times,
so I would prefer that you
don't rock the boat unnecessary.
What would I have to do?
Get along with everyone.
Strive to create a modern work environment.
That kind of thing?
Subtitle translation: John Haguewood