A thorough review of a hot night with your boss in a capsule hotel after the last train!

"After the last train, in a capsule hotel, the night I passed on my slight fever to my boss." - A love story that begins in a capsule hotel late at night.

"After the Last Train, in a Capsule Hotel, the Night I Infected My Boss with a Slight Fever" is a TV anime series that aired from October 8 to December 24, 2018, and is based on the manga of the same name by Meg. The story depicts a love story that begins between a boss and a subordinate who are at odds at work, who end up spending the night in a capsule hotel after missing the last train. It was broadcast on TOKYO MX, and the 12 episodes, each 15 minutes long, provided viewers with a short but intense time. It was produced by Suiseisha and directed by Araki Hideki.

story

The protagonist, Aizawa Minori, is a new designer working at a fashion design office. She is a very opinionated person, and often clashes with her boss, Hadanano Akihiko, who is serious about his work. One day at a drinking party, Minori and Hadanano get drunk after an argument and miss the last train. The two end up staying at a nearby capsule hotel, but due to an unexpected incident, they end up sleeping in the same room. At first, they don't intend to pay attention to each other, but they can't stop their hearts from beating when they feel a slight fever from close range and see each other's faces as the opposite sex, and the love between the two who can't be honest with each other begins to move.

character

Akihiko Hadano
27 years old, blood type O, 178cm tall, born September 15th. His hobbies are watching movies and collecting design materials. He is the boss of the design team that Minori belongs to, and because he is serious about his work, he can be strict, but he gives fair evaluations to the work of his subordinates. He is voiced by Taku Yashiro.

Minori Aizawa
22 years old, blood type B, 154cm, born November 3rd. Her hobbies are eating out and sleeping. She is a rookie designer in her first year at a fashion design firm, and her tendency to speak her mind often leads to conflicts with Hanedano. She is voiced by Igarashi Hiromi.

Satoshi Sugawara
22 years old, blood type AB, 182cm, born February 28th. Hobbies are listening to music and playing games. A rising new model who is a bit shy at first, but gradually opens up through working with Minori. Hirose Daisuke is in charge of his voice.

staff

The original work was by Meg, the director was Araki Hideki, the script was written by Yoyogi Arizo, the character design was Aoba Mizuki, the sub-costume design was Homma Yuka, the color design was Hoshino Ami, the art design was Sakuma Noboru, the art director was Li Shu-Ku, the director of photography was Itakura Ayumi, the editor was Shinkai Kouki, the sound director was Enomoto Takahiro, the sound production was by Studio Mouse, the production cooperation was NAMU animation, and it was produced by Suiseisha.

episode

Each episode depicts the gradual development of their relationship. Below are the subtitles of each episode.

• Episode 1: Feeling your boss's body temperature in a capsule hotel.
• Episode 2: A slight fever is felt in the fitting room.
• Episode 3: Wet skin, warming each other in the back seat.
• Episode 4: Bodies pressed together in the bathtub, hot and flushed.
• Episode 5: A secret kiss under the desk during overtime.
• Episode 6: Fever, seeping in, nursing bare skin.
• Episode 7: A yukata bounces on the workbench and comes undone
• Episode 8: Working hours, sighing in the kitchen.
• Episode 9: Back alleys, punishment, and hidden jealousy.
• Episode 10: Sweaty, midsummer heat, a melting pot in the office.
• Episode 11: A secret treat backstage, just before the show.
• Episode 12: After the last train, at a capsule hotel, the night I confess my love to my boss.

Theme song

The opening theme is "Sweet Jail", with lyrics by Kimijima Rei and Endo Kazuto, music and arrangement by Endo Kazuto, and singing by EIGHT OF TRIANGLE. This song features a sweet melody and lyrics that symbolize the delicate relationship between the two characters.

Evaluation and Impressions

"After the Last Train, in a Capsule Hotel: A Night When I Infect My Boss With a Slight Fever" is a short but dense storyline with beautifully drawn portrayals of the characters' psychology. In particular, the gradual change in the relationship between Minori and Hadano has the power to draw the viewer in. Also, as the titles of each episode indicate, the situations in which the two grow closer are skillfully depicted, making it a visually enjoyable work.

The voice acting for the characters is also excellent, with Taku Yashiro as Hadano and Hiromi Igarashi as Minori, who convey their characters' emotions realistically, and Daisuke Hirose as Sugawara, who also plays an important role in the development of the relationship between the two characters and Minori.

This work can be enjoyed not only as a romance anime, but also as a drama depicting human relationships in the workplace and individual growth. It contains many relatable elements, especially in modern society where the boundaries between work and private life are becoming blurred.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why I recommend this work:

• Rich story development : Although short, the gradual development of the relationship between the two characters is carefully depicted.
• Character Psychology : The emotional changes of Minori and Hanedano are portrayed realistically, drawing the viewer in.
• Clever Situations : As the titles of each episode suggest, the situations in which the two characters grow closer are cleverly depicted.
• Voice Acting : Yashiro Taku, Igarashi Hiromi, and Hirose Daisuke's performances convey the emotions of their characters realistically.
• Workplace relationships : This story contains many relatable elements in today's society, where the boundaries between work and personal life are becoming increasingly blurred.

Related information

The original manga of this work is also very popular and has many fans. Its popularity has increased even more since it was made into an anime, and related goods and events are also very popular. In order to enjoy the development of the story and the growth of the characters, we recommend reading the original manga as well.

Furthermore, many fans of the series have expressed their desire for a sequel or spin-off. In particular, I feel that there are many stories that remain to be told, such as the relationship between Minori and Hatano after the series ends and Sugawara's growth.

Conclusion

"After the last train, in a capsule hotel, the night I passed on my fever to my boss" is a short but dense storyline and beautifully drawn portrayal of the characters' psychology. In particular, the gradual change in the relationship between Minori and Hanedano has the power to draw the viewer in. Also, as the titles of each episode indicate, the situations in which the two get closer are skillfully depicted, making it a visually enjoyable work. This work can be enjoyed not only as a romance anime, but also as a drama depicting human relationships in the workplace and individual growth. In particular, in modern society where the boundaries between work and private life are becoming blurred, there are many elements that can be sympathized with. Please watch this work and enjoy the love story of Minori and Hanedano.