Yutori-chan

ゆとりちゃん
Yutori-chan
Genres: Comedy
Studios: Actas
Producers: BIGLOBE
Rating: 6.08 / 10
Rank: #9731
Popularity: #8333
Users Listed: 6,364
Users Scored: 1,984
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 03/10/2025
Aired: December 29, 2009 – April 9, 2010 (Fall)
Type: ona
Source: original
Age Rating: G
Episodes: 25

Synopsis:

This anime explores the evolving dynamics between generations in modern Japan through the lens of a workplace comedy. The story centers on the interactions between Tsumekomi-chan, a dedicated office worker navigating the demands of a toy company, and her young part-time employee, Yutori-chan. Their contrasting perspectives highlight the cultural differences and communication challenges arising from distinct generational values. Observational humor arises from the clash between Tsumekomi-chan’s efforts to connect with Yutori-chan and the perceived self-centeredness often associated with younger generations. The series offers a gentle, relatable look at workplace relationships and the subtle shifts in societal expectations across age groups, examining how differing priorities can impact understanding and connection.

Characters:

  • Dankain, Reiko (Main) - Voice Actors: Watanabe, Akeno
  • Tanaka, Yutori (Main) - Voice Actors: Yuuki, Aoi
  • Tsumekomi, Shiori (Main) - Voice Actors: Hanazawa, Kana
  • Ayakouji, Bubbles Kanemori (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yabe, Masahito
  • Iyashi, Keiko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Nonaka, Ai
  • Kachou (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Hoshino, Mitsuaki
  • Kakarichou (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ogino, Seirou
  • Nurse (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Fujimura, Ayumi
  • Otsu, Meguru (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Miyazaki, Hiromu
  • Rarittora (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Fujimura, Ayumi
  • Roujin (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Miyazaki, Hiromu
  • Shikai (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Oki, Kanae
  • Shiwada, Rumi (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Inoue, Kikuko
  • Yutori Mama (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Fujimura, Ayumi

Staff:

  • Kawaguchi, Keiichirou (Director)
  • Motoyama, Satoshi (Sound Director)
  • Asakawa, Miya (Script, Series Composition)
  • Andou, Takahiro (Theme Song Arrangement)
  • Hanazawa, Kana (Theme Song Performance)
  • Ueki, Mizuki (Theme Song Composition)
  • Watanabe, Akeno (Theme Song Performance)
  • Yuuki, Aoi (Theme Song Performance)
  • Abe, Yasuhiko (Director of Photography)
  • Hamakawa, Shuujirou (Key Animation)
  • Hiruma, Takashi (Background Art)
  • Imanishi, Tooru (Key Animation)
  • Nagura, Satoshi (Key Animation)
  • Nakamura, Ryouko (Key Animation)
  • Oohira, Naoki (Key Animation)
  • Ootaka, Yuuta (Key Animation)
  • POP (Original Character Design)
  • Sakiyama, Tomoaki (Key Animation)
  • Sakura, Saori (Inserted Song Performance)
  • Shimada, Satoshi (Key Animation)
  • Taguma, Jun (Editing)
  • Uchino, Akio (Animation Director)
  • Yoshihara, Tatsuya (Key Animation)