Egao no Taenai Shokuba desu [Season 1 Episode 10: Mizuki, Nana, and Kaede Takes a Well Deserved Break]

Okay, let’s talk about Episode 10 of Egao no Taenai Shokuba desu—because this one was chef’s kiss, and I need to gush. For weeks, we’ve watched Nana Futami grind on her manga, Mizuki stress over being an assistant, and Sato juggle editing duties like a pro. Finally, Episode 10 gives them (and us!) the break they deserve: a trip to the onsen, some idol meetings, and a whole lot of chaotic wholesome moments that had me laughing and smiling the entire time.

First off, let’s give it up for Mizuki Hazama—our favorite relatable mess. This episode dives into her insecurities, and wow, did it hit close to home. She’s been worried about being replaceable as Futami’s assistant, right? And when she gets an eye infection (from overworking, duh), she’s forced to take time off. But instead of just resting, she’s spiraling—thinking Futami will find someone better, that she’s not needed. But then Futami does something so sweet: she plans a trip to the onsen just to make sure Mizuki relaxes, and even tells her straight up that she can’t do this without her. OMG, my heart! And then we meet Mizuki’s sister Yuzuki—voiced by Hayamin (yes, the Hayamin!)—and their interaction was so cute. It’s nice to see Mizuki get some love from her family too.

And let’s not forget the onsen scenes! Finally, we get that hot spring episode everyone’s been begging for. The chaos starts the second they get there: Sato suggests a bath together, and Futami’s like “wait, is that allowed in the editor agreement?” And Sato’s reaction—like, girl, just confess already! The tension between those two is so thick you could cut it with a knife. Every comment section is screaming for them to get together, and honestly? Same.

Then there’s Futami meeting her idol, Amano-sensei—the queen of shogi (and voiced by Kana Hanazawa, which is a huge win). Futami’s fangirling was so relatable. She’s bouncing around, stuttering, and can’t even form a sentence properly. And Amano-sensei is so cool—she gives Futami some great advice about manga and even invites her to a shogi match. That scene was both funny and inspiring; it’s nice to see Futami look up to someone who’s been in her shoes.

Now, let’s talk about the funny parts because this episode had so many. Remember when they left Nashida alone with the dog? Poor Nashida—she’s already stressed from work, and now she’s stuck with a hyper pup. The comments were right: Takara-chan’s struggle with Nashida was hilarious, and Kobayashi Yuu’s voice acting for Nashida is chef’s kiss. She sounds like three people in one, and every time she yells, I can’t stop laughing.

Another funny moment: Mizuki’s eye patch. She looks so dramatic, but it’s also cute. And when she’s trying to hide her eye infection from Futami—like, girl, we can see it! But Futami’s reaction was so sweet; she immediately tells Mizuki to take time off, no questions asked. It’s moments like these that show how much the trio cares about each other.

But let’s get back to the heart of the episode: Mizuki’s growth. By the end of the episode, she realizes she’s not replaceable. Futami needs her—not just for drawing, but for her company, her ideas, and her support. And that’s a big deal for someone who’s always doubted herself. It’s so nice to see the show address mental health and insecurity in such a lighthearted but meaningful way.

And can we talk about Sato? She’s so obvious about her crush on Futami. Every time they’re together, there’s this tension—like, when she suggests a bath together, and Futami panics. The comments are right: Sato needs to confess already! We’re all waiting for it.

Overall, Episode 10 was the perfect mix of humor and heart. It gave us a break from the usual work chaos, but still pushed the characters forward. Mizuki’s insecurities were addressed, Futami got to meet her idol, and Sato’s crush is becoming more obvious by the minute. And let’s not forget the voice acting—Hayamin and Kana Hanazawa joining the cast? That’s a dream come true for any anime fan.

If you haven’t watched this episode yet, what are you waiting for? It’s one of the best so far, and it’ll leave you smiling. And for those who have watched it—let’s agree: we need more episodes like this. More breaks, more chaos, more Sato confessing, and more Mizuki being her relatable self.

Until next time, keep laughing and loving this weirdly wonderful workplace! ✨