A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace

Futami is a novice shojo manga artist who has finally achieved her dream of publishing her beloved shogi-themed series, Dear Subaru. However, the reality of professional serialization quickly proves far more grueling than she ever anticipated. The immense pressure of meeting industry expectations takes a severe physical toll, leaving her plagued by persistent stomachaches and mounting anxiety. As the deadline for her debut chapter approaches, Futami finds herself completely stalled, unable to make any meaningful progress on her storyboards. Forced to push back her first submission, she spirals into a cycle of stress-induced habits that only worsen her situation. Late-night snacking sessions lead to unwanted weight gain, while exhaustion fuels increasingly wild and bizarre delusions that blur the line between her imagination and reality. Caught in this chaotic whirlwind of creative block, physical discomfort, and surreal mental lapses, the young artist struggles to maintain her footing in a demanding industry. With every setback testing her resolve, Futami must navigate the overwhelming challenges of her new career and determine whether she can truly find joy and fulfillment in life as a professional manga creator.