Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku 2018
What is Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku?
Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku is a 2018 television series centered on the lives and romantic entanglements of two office workers. The story begins when Narumi, an office lady who keeps her identity as a yaoi fangirl a secret, changes jobs.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 11
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 13, 2018
- Last aired
- Jun 22, 2018
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Fuji TV
- Genres
- Comedy, Animation
- Updated
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Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku is a 2018 television series centered on the lives and romantic entanglements of two office workers. The story begins when Narumi, an office lady who keeps her identity as a yaoi fangirl a secret, changes jobs. Upon starting her new position, she reunites with Hirotaka, a childhood friend who is described as attractive and skilled but remains a hardcore gaming otaku. Following their reunion, the pair decides to begin dating. However, the development of a serious romantic relationship proves difficult for them because both individuals are awkward due to their respective otaku interests. The series explores the challenges of navigating a relationship while balancing these personal identities. Throughout the narrative, the characters must reconcile their professional lives with their private hobbies as they attempt to maintain their connection. The show focuses on the specific social difficulties faced by these two individuals as they navigate the complexities of dating while being self-identified otaku.
Should you watch it?
“Two childhood friends navigate the awkward challenges of dating while hiding their secret otaku hobbies.”
- relatable characters
- humorous situations
- awkward pacing
Watch it if you enjoy stories about the intersection of professional life and niche hobbies.
The series focuses on the romantic and social lives of adults in a workplace setting.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 11 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Narumi and Hirotaka Meets Again, and... Apr 13, 2018
- E2 Are We Now Dating? Apr 20, 2018
- E3 Sales Event and Gamers Meetup Apr 27, 2018
- E4 Is Mature Love as Difficult? May 4, 2018
- E5 Introducing Naoya and Gamers Meetup (Part II) May 11, 2018
- E6 Bleak Christmas May 18, 2018
- E7 Online Gaming and Their Respective Nights May 25, 2018
- E8 Weakness is Thunder and Years of Insecurity Jun 1, 2018
- E9 Go Out on a Date with Me! Jun 8, 2018
- E10 Introducing Kou-kun and Online Gaming Revenge Jun 15, 2018
- E11 Love Is Hard for Otaku Jun 22, 2018
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the show?
The story follows an office worker and a gamer who rekindle their childhood friendship and attempt to date.
Are the main characters otaku?
Yes, both leads identify as otaku with specific interests in gaming and yaoi culture.
Is this a workplace comedy?
The series features the characters in their professional environment as they navigate their personal relationships.
Does the show feature romance?
The plot centers on the attempt of two friends to build a romantic relationship.
Is the relationship easy for them?
The characters find a serious romantic relationship difficult due to their awkwardness.