Episode 5

Everyone's Reactions

The episode where Magic Mushrooms caught the Shibuya trend and were smoothly adopted by the editorial team really nailed it—the description of the old-school editorial staff as 'brakeless mountain bandits' fits perfectly. Sure, they got away with it because the mushrooms were classified as legal highs, but seeing the four of them looking totally spaced out on TV made me want to shout, 'That’s a bit too wild!' But that boldness is exactly what makes the series so charming, and the realistic recreation of the Han-yaku stewed eel brought a comforting, refined touch typical of a top-tier Chinese restaurant. The dynamic between the author, who tries to shift the blame, and the energetic editorial team is hilarious, turning the whole setting into a fun, lawless zone. I can't wait to see what other wild dishes come next, and I’m dying to know more about the hallucinogenic effects of the soup!