TV-Series
Description
"Wagnaria!!2" is the second season of the workplace comedy anime set in the family restaurant Wagnaria. The series continues to explore the daily lives and interactions of the quirky staff, blending humor with lighthearted character development. The central focus remains on the employees, each with distinct personalities and eccentricities, as they navigate their jobs and relationships.

Souta Takanashi, a high school student and part-time worker, continues to serve as the series' primary perspective. His fascination with small, cute things, particularly his petite coworker Popura Taneshima, drives much of the humor. Popura, despite her youthful appearance, is older than Souta and often struggles with being treated like a child. Their dynamic, along with Popura's insecurities about her height, provides recurring comedic moments.

The stoic and sword-wielding floor chief Kyoko Oshima remains a mysterious figure, often seen napping or engaging in bizarre behavior. Her backstory, including her complicated relationship with her brother Kazue, is further explored, adding depth to her character. Kazue, who works at a rival restaurant, frequently visits Wagnaria, leading to humorous and occasionally tense encounters.

Yachiyo Todoroki, the head waitress, continues to balance her managerial duties with her unrequited feelings for Jun Satou, the restaurant's chef. Jun, who is oblivious to Yachiyo's affections, is often seen indulging in his love for food and engaging in playful banter with the staff. Their relationship, while comedic, also hints at underlying emotional complexity.

New characters are introduced, including Aoi Yamada, a clumsy and naive new hire who becomes a source of both chaos and charm. Her interactions with the existing staff, particularly her rivalry with Souta, add fresh dynamics to the series. Additionally, the relationship between the stoic store manager Kyouko Shirafuji and her husband, who works as a part-timer, is further explored, revealing a softer side to her character.

The episodic structure of "Wagnaria!!2" allows for a mix of self-contained stories and ongoing character arcs. Themes of friendship, workplace camaraderie, and personal growth are woven into the narrative, often through comedic situations. The series maintains a balance between humor and heartfelt moments, ensuring that the characters' development feels natural and engaging.

Overall, "Wagnaria!!2" builds on the foundation of its predecessor, deepening the relationships and quirks of its ensemble cast while introducing new elements to keep the story fresh. The blend of comedy, character-driven storytelling, and light drama makes it a continuation that appeals to fans of the first season while remaining accessible to new viewers.
Information
Wagnaria!!2
Working'!!
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 13
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 09/03/2011
Categories
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Everyday DramaComedyRomance
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Staff
  • Director · Atsushi Ootsuki
  • Series Composition · Takao Yoshioka
  • Script · Michiko Yokote
  • Script · Takao Yoshioka
  • Script · Michiko Itou
  • Script · Shougo Mukai
  • Storyboard · Hiroyuki Morita
  • Storyboard · Tamaki Nakatsu
  • Storyboard · Kiyotaka Ohata
  • Storyboard · Kazuma Fujimori
  • Storyboard · Atsushi Ootsuki
  • Storyboard · Toshimasa Kuroyanagi
  • Storyboard · Hiroyuki Shimazu
  • Storyboard · Kentarō Suzuki
  • Storyboard · Takaomi Kanasaki
  • Episode Director · Tamaki Nakatsu
  • Episode Director · Masato Sato
  • Episode Director · Hazuki Mizumoto
  • Episode Director · Kiyoshi Matsuda
  • Episode Director · Makoto Hoshino
  • Episode Director · Kentarō Suzuki
  • Episode Director · Tatsumi Fujii
  • Unit Director · Kiyotaka Ohata
  • Original creator · Karino Takatsu
  • Character Design · Shingo Adachi
  • Art Director · Ryouka Kinoshita
  • Chief Animation Director · Shingo Adachi
  • Animation Director · Yasuyuki Noda
  • Animation Director · Yasuhisa Katō
  • Animation Director · Tadashi Sakazaki
  • Animation Director · Keisuke Watanabe
  • Animation Director · Mariko Aoki
  • Animation Director · Masaki Hyuga
  • Animation Director · Noritomo Hattori
  • Animation Director · Shingo Adachi
  • Animation Director · Hiroyuki Furukawa
  • Animation Director · Kazunari Niigaki
  • Animation Director · Masaaki Yamano
  • Animation Director · Yuuko Yoshida
  • Animation Director · Koichi Kikuta
  • Animation Director · Keisuke Kobayashi
  • Animation Director · Takahiro Sasaki
  • Animation Director · Yuta Tsuchiya
  • Animation Director · Tomoaki Takase
  • Animation Director · Hiroki Harada
  • Animation Director · Masahiro Yamanaka
  • Animation Director · Yūichi Shimada
  • Sound Director · Yasushi Nagura
  • Director of Photography · Takeshi Hirooka
  • Producer · Tomoyuki Saito
  • Producer · Hiroaki Tsunoda
  • Producer · Shunsuke Saito
  • Producer · Hiroyuki Shimizu
Production
  • Animation Production · A-1 Pictures
  • Production · Aniplex
  • Production · Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation