Ep 14. More of a "Snug" Than a "Magnum"

Shin chan season 1 episode 14, titled "More of a 'Snug' Than a 'Magnum'", follows the Nohara family as they attempt to stay cool during the sweltering heat of summer. When their air conditioner breaks down, they must resort to using a paper fan and eating shaved ice in order to survive the oppressive heat.

As they try to beat the heat, Shin chan and his father, Hiroshi, become obsessed with a new type of underwear called "Magnum". Despite not knowing what it actually does, they both become convinced that it will improve their lives drastically. Hiroshi even goes so far as to inquire about purchasing a pair, but is disappointed to learn they are too expensive for his budget.

Meanwhile, Shin chan's mother, Misae, is busy with her own struggles as she tries to finish a manga submission before the submission deadline. Due to the heat, she struggles to think clearly and finds herself unable to come up with any good ideas.

As the episode progresses, the family goes on a shopping trip to the local department store, where they continue to obsess over the "Magnum" underwear. They even encounter a salesman who tries to convince them to buy a pair by telling them that everyone who uses it experiences amazing results. However, Misae remains unimpressed and chooses to focus on her manga instead.

Later on, the family attends a festival where they participate in various games and events. During a horse race, Hiroshi's undergarments become tangled in the horse's reins, causing him to fall off and embarrass himself in front of everyone. As a result, he becomes even more convinced that he needs the "Magnum" underwear in order to avoid future mishaps.

In the final scene, Misae successfully submits her manga just in time for the deadline, and the family returns home to find that their air conditioner has finally been fixed. Despite their previous obsession with the "Magnum" underwear, they all realize that it was the simple joy of being together and staying cool that truly made their summer memorable.

Overall, "More of a 'Snug' Than a 'Magnum'" is a lighthearted and humorous episode that showcases the Nohara family's daily struggles and emphasizes the importance of appreciating the little things in life.