Ep 1. Someone from Work

Aggretsuko is a Netflix anime series that has gained a cult following over its three seasons. The show tells the story of Retsuko, a lovable red panda who works for a trading firm as an accountant. She balances her job, her relationships, and her passion for heavy metal music all while dealing with the chaos of everyday life.

Season 4 of Aggretsuko begins with an episode titled "Someone from Work." The episode opens with Retsuko feeling stressed and overwhelmed at work. She's being forced to take on extra responsibilities, and her boss is constantly nagging her over things that are out of her control. It's clear that Retsuko is struggling to keep up with the demands of her job.

In an effort to relieve some stress, Retsuko goes to a karaoke bar with her co-workers. There, she runs into a former colleague named Shirota. Shirota is a smooth-talking bear who used to work in Retsuko's department before he was promoted and transferred to another division of the company. He's charming, confident, and seems to have it all together.

Retsuko is immediately drawn to Shirota's charisma, and they hit it off over drinks and karaoke. She finds herself opening up to him about her problems at work and how overwhelmed she's been feeling. Shirota listens to her and offers some words of advice, telling her that she needs to be more assertive and stand up for herself in the workplace.

The next day at work, Retsuko takes Shirota's advice to heart and tries to be more assertive with her boss. However, her attempts backfire, and her boss accuses her of being difficult and insubordinate. Retsuko is devastated, realizing that she's probably just made her work situation even worse.

As the episode progresses, we see Retsuko struggling to find the right balance between standing up for herself and being a team player at work. She's torn between her desire to please her boss and her need to be true to herself. Meanwhile, Shirota continues to pop up in her life, offering his support and advice whenever she needs it.

Overall, "Someone from Work" is a strong start to season 4 of Aggretsuko. It tackles themes of workplace stress and self-assertion that many viewers will likely find relatable. The addition of Shirota as a new character provides an interesting dynamic for Retsuko, and it will be exciting to see where their relationship (both professional and personal) goes from here. Fans of the series will not be disappointed by this episode, and newcomers may find themselves quickly drawn in by the quirky charm of the show.