Japan's Number One Jerk Salaryman

A wry, character-driven drama that balances political satire with earnest family moments, asking for steady attention as it unfolds.

Created by

Makito Murakami, Masaki Tanimura

Genres

Drama

Starring

Shingo Katori, Jun Shison, Ai Tominaga

Overview

Ippei Ohmori, "the worst man in Japan" who hates his family and children, and aspires to become a politician. While trying to improve his image to win the election, Ippei gradually comes to face his family problems and eventually stands up to change society as well.

How it feels

Satirical, cynical, earnest and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Politics, family, identity, redemption

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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