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Welcome to Irabu's Office
2009·Show
·11Episodes in1Season·TV-MA·
Welcome to Irabu's Office fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
- Absurdist Humor9
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Cringe Humor7
World
The mind and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty10
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout visual style, cinematography, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization10
- Cinematography9
- Editing8
Energy
MediumSpectacular
Welcome to Irabu's Office is spectacular.
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighThe mind and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style, cinematography, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, cinematography, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Psychedelic8Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Welcome to Irabu's Office, where you may be greeted by a man in a bear mask, holding a giant needle, who’s ready to cure your ills. Get to know the eccentric Dr. Ichirou Irabu who has a fetish for injections, and a rather strange methodology. Despite his weird approach, Dr. Irabu (who changes his appearance more than Madonna), does succeed in helping each of his patients... eventually.
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Is Welcome to Irabu's Office worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Welcome to Irabu's Office rated?
TV-MADisturbing imagery
It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Welcome to Irabu's Office have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 11 episodes.
Is Welcome to Irabu's Office based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
When did Welcome to Irabu's Office air?
S1
It ran from 2009 to 2009 and has ended.
What language is Welcome to Irabu's Office in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.