I Want You To Make a Disgusted Face and Show Me Your Underwear [Season 1]

“I Want You To Make a Disgusted Face and Show Me Your Underwear”: A Bizarre Microcosm of Anime Fandom

Let me start by saying this: if you’re scrolling through your anime queue and stumble upon I Want You To Make a Disgusted Face and Show Me Your Underwear, you’re probably going to do a double-take. The title alone is a slap in the face—equal parts confusing, cringey, and weirdly unforgettable. And honestly? That’s exactly the point. This 2018 ONA (Original Net Animation) from studio PINE JAM (yes, the same folks behind Gleipnir and Do It Yourself!!) doesn’t pretend to be high art. It’s a 4-minute-per-episode experiment in absurdity, and whether you love it or hate it, it’s impossible to ignore.

First, let’s get the basics out of the way. The premise is exactly what the title promises: each episode features a woman (or girl, depending on the character) in a silly costume—think maid outfits, school uniforms, even a pirate getup—who’s forced to make a disgusted face while… well, showing her underwear. The characters, voiced by talents like Shizuka Ishigami (known for A Silent Voice) and Aoi Koga (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War), deliver lines like, “Ugh, this is so gross!” with deadpan irritation, which somehow makes the whole thing funnier. The animation is simple—bright colors, minimal movement, and close-ups that linger just long enough to make you squirm. It’s not good by any traditional standard, but it’s committed to its bit.

Now, let’s talk about the fandom reaction, because that’s where this show gets really interesting. On MyAnimeList, the forums are a war zone. One user rants, “Why Japan why?? (-50 – ),” while another defends it as “a masterclass in trolling.” There’s a thread titled “What’s the most DEGENERATE anime you ever saw?!” where this show is mentioned more times than Prison School and High School DxD combined. Fans argue about whether it’s “harmless fun” or “a new low for anime.” Some call it a “guilty pleasure,” admitting they binged all six episodes in one sitting, while others dismiss it as “softcore garbage.”

Here’s the thing, though: this show isn’t trying to be deep. It’s a joke—a very, very weird joke. The characters’ disgusted faces are over-the-top (think: eyes narrowed, nose scrunched, mouth twisted in revulsion), and the panty shots are so exaggerated they border on parody. It’s like the creators looked at anime tropes—fanservice, moe, absurd premises—and said, “What if we turned all of that up to 11?” The result is something that feels both familiar and alien, like a fever dream of every ecchi anime you’ve ever half-watched.

But let’s be real: the title is the star here. It’s so ridiculous, so unapologetically blunt, that it’s become a meme in its own right. People quote it ironically, use it as a punchline in anime discussions, and even make fan art of the characters’ disgusted expressions. There’s a weird charm to how little it cares about being “good.” It’s the kind of show you watch with your friends just to see their reactions—gasps, laughs, and maybe a few eye-rolls. And hey, if you’re into that sort of thing, there’s even a Season 2 (because of course there is).

Is I Want You To Make a Disgusted Face and Show Me Your Underwear a “good” anime? No. Is it a fascinating one? Absolutely. It’s a mirror held up to anime fandom—reflecting our love of absurdity, our obsession with fanservice, and our willingness to watch just about anything if it’s weird enough. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re in the mood for something that’s equal parts cringey and hilarious, give it a shot. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Final Verdict: 2/5 stars. It’s not art, but it’s a wild ride. Watch it with friends, and prepare to ask yourself, “Why did I just spend 24 minutes of my life on this?” (Spoiler: Because it’s fun to be confused.)

P.S. If you’re looking for a deeper dive, check out the fan art—some of those disgusted faces are actually kind of iconic. 🤢👖