

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.

Oct 13, 2006 - 23m
Hiroko 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.

Oct 20, 2006 - 23m
Fumiya really doesn’t like his job and likes Hiroko even less. But the job comes first, and he needs help on a stakeout…

Oct 27, 2006 - 23m
Pointless meetings prevent employees from actually doing their work. Hiroko is NOT happy when her pitch for an article is reassigned to someone else.

Nov 3, 2006 - 23m
Someone needs to make sure important things get done. However, is it worth it when it puts a strain on a relationship?

Nov 10, 2006 - 23m
Mayu discovers that she’s been sidelined in favor of Hiroko as a serial lead due to lack of experience.

Nov 17, 2006 - 23m
An employee must navigate the murky waters of office politics and gossip carefully. Getting involved, no matter how well-intentioned, can have repercussions.

Nov 24, 2006 - 23m
Everyone 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?

Dec 1, 2006 - 23m
Makoto 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.

Dec 8, 2006 - 23m
Hiroko 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.

Dec 15, 2006 - 23m
Personal problems can bleed over into work. In comparison to Hiroko’s life, Maiko seems to have everything figured out.

Dec 22, 2006 - 23m
Hiroko 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?