After a fall at a shrine, Akihito wakes up in a parallel world where his coworkers like him—and his admired colleague suddenly loves him.
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At first I didn't think I would like this show since the main charcter seemed so dull and depressed all the time. But things took a turn when he was thrown into an alternate world. The romance was sweet and the couple adorable. So in the end I loved it and can only reccommend watching this one.
This is a six-part series about a guy whose company forces him to switch to a department that he doesn't like and has a hard time fitting in. One night he encounters a magic mirror and wakes up in a similar world, but one where he is accepted by his co-workers. During his time in this alternate reality he comes to realize that his attitude in the past caused much of his own problems and when he gets back to our reality he changes his attitude and his life improves. Although one could argue that perhaps the 'alternate reality' was really a dream. He gets into a romance with a co-worker and it does have a happy ending, although to me the romance felt a bit rushed and tacked on. I just don't think they had enough time to flesh out the story too completely. It was enjoyable and worth watching, but the focus was really more on his own personal journey and reflection than it was on the romance.
Episode 1
After wishing to stand equal to Ōkami, Akito wakes in a world where Ōkami is gentle, devoted—and treats him as a lover.
Episode 2
Akito awakens in a world where he’s admired, but as reality shifts, his bond with Ōkami deepens in unsettling new ways.
Episode 3
On a business trip, Akito sees Ohgami’s true vulnerabilities, and a shared night alone stirs feelings he can’t ignore.
Episode 4
During a celebratory night in Akito’s apartment, Ōkami’s unexpected confession leaves Akito shaken by his growing feelings.
Episode 5
Back in his own world, Akito heals old rifts and, facing a client crisis, finds quiet comfort in Okami’s steady support.
Episode 6
Torn between fantasy and reality, Akihito faces jealousy and must confess his love at work before losing him.