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Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan
Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan: A dark-comedy anime featuring Uramichi Omota, a children’s show host revealing the harsh realities of adulthood on air.
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| Year | 2021 |
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| Formats | Streaming |
| Episodes | 13 |
| Duration | 24 mins |
| Status | Finished |
| Release Date | July 6, 2021 |
| End Date | September 28, 2021 |
| Format | TV Series |
| Studio | Studio Blanc |
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Synopsis
Being an adult is hard. For 31-year-old Uramichi Omota, that depressing truth weighs on him. While on TV, he’s an upbeat exercise instructor for a children’s show, but sometimes he can’t keep his sardonic comments to himself. Even his coworkers, a pair of mascots and a singing duo, keep revealing the plight of adulthood on air. Regardless, they’re working through it one a day at a time.
(Source: Funimation)
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Characters & Voice Actors
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Utano Tadano MAIN | 
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Uramichi Omota MAIN | 
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Mitsuo Kumatani MAIN | 
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Editor's Review
“Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan” is a slice-of-life dark-comedy anime that offers a unique and humorous look at the harsh realities of adulthood. The series revolves around Uramichi Omota, a 31-year-old former professional gymnast who now works as the leader of the exercise segment of a children’s show called “Together with Mama”.
Despite his cheerful and outgoing persona on the show, Uramichi is emotionally unstable and has a cynical worldview. Behind his radiant smile lies a darker reality, as he struggles with the challenges of adulthood, facing existential questions and uncertainties. Even on air, he can’t help but reveal his jaded, worn-out personality, often telling the children the sorrows of being adults.
The series also features a colorful cast of supporting characters, including Tobikichi Usahara and Mitsuo Kumatani, who work under rabbit and bear costumes respectively in “Together with Mama”, and Iketeru Daga, the “Singing Onii-san” of the show. Each character adds their own charm to the story, contributing to the humor and depth of the series.
One of the standout aspects of “Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan” is its humor. The contrast between Uramichi’s cheerful on-screen persona and his off-screen cynicism results in many hilarious moments. The series also uses its premise to explore deeper themes such as the disillusionment of adulthood and the struggle to maintain a positive outlook in life.
The animation quality is excellent, bringing to life the colorful world of “Together with Mama” and its quirky characters. The series’ comedic timing is spot-on, making each episode a joy to watch.
In conclusion, “Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan” is a refreshing take on the slice-of-life genre. Its blend of humor, character-driven narratives, and exploration of adult themes make it a must-watch for any anime fan looking for something different.