OVA
Description
"Kibun wa Uaa Jitsuzai OL Kōza" centers on the daily life and workplace experiences of its protagonist, a young office lady (OL) navigating the challenges of corporate culture in Japan. The series provides a slice-of-life portrayal of her interactions with colleagues, superiors, and the mundane yet often absurd situations that arise in her office environment. The protagonist’s perspective is marked by a blend of humor, frustration, and resilience as she deals with the idiosyncrasies of her workplace, including demanding bosses, quirky coworkers, and the pressures of maintaining professionalism in often ridiculous circumstances.

The narrative unfolds through episodic vignettes, each highlighting a specific aspect of office life, such as navigating office politics, handling unreasonable workloads, or dealing with the social dynamics of team projects. The protagonist’s internal monologue frequently contrasts her outward compliance with her inner thoughts, offering a satirical yet relatable commentary on the expectations placed on women in the workforce. Supporting characters include a range of office personalities, from the overbearing manager to the gossipy coworker, each contributing to the protagonist’s daily trials and occasional triumphs.

The series balances comedic moments with subtle critiques of workplace culture, particularly the challenges faced by women in male-dominated environments. While the tone is often lighthearted, it occasionally delves into more serious themes, such as the struggle for recognition and the balancing act between personal and professional life. Through its episodic structure and grounded storytelling, "Kibun wa Uaa Jitsuzai OL Kōza" offers an engaging and often humorous exploration of the modern office worker’s experience.
Information
Kibun wa Uaa Jitsuzai OL Kōza
気分は形而上[うああ] 実在OL講座
Type: OVA
Date: 01/14/1994
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Cast
Staff
  • Director · Tetsuo Yasumi
  • Storyboard · Akitarō Daichi
  • Storyboard · Tetsuo Yasumi
  • Episode Director · Akitarō Daichi
  • Music · Nobuyuki Nakamura
  • Original creator · Hiroyuki Sugahara
  • Art Director · Chikako Shibata
  • Animation Director · Chūji Nakajima
  • Sound Director · Fusanobu Fujiyama
  • Director of Photography · Akio Saitô
  • Producer · Masako Fukuyo
  • Producer · Jung Kwang Kim
Production
  • Production · TOHO
  • Animation Production · Group TAC
  • Production · Group TAC