Shomuni 1998
What is Shomuni?
Shomuni is a television series that focuses on the General Affairs Section 2 of a trading company, a department commonly referred to as "the dump" for office ladies. The series primarily follows the lives of six women who work in this department, exploring their experiences and interactions within the company.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 46
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 15, 1998
- Last aired
- Sep 18, 2013
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Fuji TV
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Shomuni is a television series that focuses on the General Affairs Section 2 of a trading company, a department commonly referred to as "the dump" for office ladies. The series primarily follows the lives of six women who work in this department, exploring their experiences and interactions within the company. The show's narrative centers around the idea of challenging traditional social concepts and the class system within the company. Shomuni is classified as a comedy and drama series, offering a unique perspective on office life and the women who work in it.
Should you watch it?
“Six office women rebel against corporate sexism in a quirky workplace comedy.”
- Humorous take on office life
- Strong female lead in Chinatsu Tsuboi
- Subverts traditional gender roles
- Some jokes reflect 1990s cultural context
- Humor may not suit all tastes
Watch it if you enjoy witty office comedies that challenge gender stereotypes.
The series blends lighthearted comedy with social critique, making it suitable for mature teens and adults.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Apr 15, 1998
- E2 Episode 2 Apr 22, 1998
- E3 Episode 3 Apr 29, 1998
- E4 Episode 4 May 6, 1998
- E5 Episode 5 May 13, 1998
- E6 Episode 6 May 20, 1998
- E7 Episode 7 May 27, 1998
- E8 Episode 8 Jun 3, 1998
- E9 Episode 9 Jun 10, 1998
- E10 Episode 10 Jun 17, 1998
- E11 Episode 11 Jun 24, 1998
- E12 Episode 12 Jul 1, 1998
Season 2 · 12 episodes
- E1 Episode 13 Apr 12, 2000
- E2 Episode 14 Apr 19, 2000
- E3 Episode 15 Apr 26, 2000
- E4 Episode 16 May 3, 2000
- E5 Episode 17 May 10, 2000
- E6 Episode 18 May 17, 2000
- E7 Episode 19 May 24, 2000
- E8 Episode 20 May 31, 2000
- E9 Episode 21 Jun 7, 2000
- E10 Episode 22 Jun 14, 2000
- E11 Episode 23 Jun 21, 2000
- E12 Episode 24 Jun 28, 2000
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 Episode 25 Jul 3, 2002
- E2 Episode 26 Jul 10, 2002
- E3 Episode 27 Jul 17, 2002
- E4 Episode 28 Jul 24, 2002
- E5 Episode 29 Jul 31, 2002
- E6 Episode 30 Aug 7, 2002
- E7 Episode 31 Aug 14, 2002
- E8 Episode 32 Aug 21, 2002
- E9 Episode 33 Aug 28, 2002
- E10 Episode 34 Sep 4, 2002
- E11 Episode 35 Sep 11, 2002
- E12 Episode 36 Sep 18, 2002
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jul 10, 2013
- E2 Episode 2 Jul 17, 2013
- E3 Episode 3 Jul 24, 2013
- E4 Episode 4 Aug 7, 2013
- E5 Episode 5 Aug 14, 2013
- E6 Episode 6 Aug 21, 2013
- E7 Episode 7 Aug 28, 2013
- E8 Episode 8 Sep 4, 2013
- E9 Episode 9 Sep 11, 2013
- E10 Episode 10 Sep 18, 2013
Frequently asked questions
What does the title Shomuni refer to?
It is the nickname for General Affairs Section 2 of a trading company, where the story takes place.
Who is the central character?
The central character is Chinatsu Tsuboi, portrayed by Makiko Esumi.
How many women work in the department?
Six women are shown as members of the General Affairs Section 2 team.
What genre does the series belong to?
Shomuni is classified as a comedy and drama series.
What themes does the show explore?
It examines workplace sexism, class hierarchy, and challenges outdated social ideas.