Working – A slice-of-life comedy set in a family restaurant, focusing on the everyday lives and eccentric personalities of the employees. Popura Taneshima is one of the main characters in *Working!!*, known for her small stature and cheerful personality. Despite being a high school student, Popura is often mistaken for a child due to her height, which becomes a running joke in the series. She works as a waitress at the family restaurant Wagnaria and is friendly, optimistic, and hardworking, though sometimes a bit clumsy. Popura's name, which sounds like the word "poplar tree," contrasts humorously with her diminutive size, and her interactions with the other quirky staff members are central to the show's humor and heart. Mahiru Inami is another waitress at Wagnaria, characterized by her extreme androphobia, or fear of men. Due to this fear, Inami has a habit of punching any male who gets too close to her, which often results in chaotic situations, particularly with Takanashi, the main male protagonist. Despite her violent tendencies, Inami is kind-hearted and wants to overcome her phobia, leading to moments of vulnerability and character growth throughout the series. Her dynamic with Takanashi forms one of the key relationships in the show, blending comedy with gradual emotional development. Kyoko Shirafuji is the manager of Wagnaria, though she is notorious for her laziness and habit of delegating most of her work to the other employees. Kyoko spends much of her time eating or lounging around, relying heavily on the staff to run the restaurant. Despite her laid-back attitude, she has a protective side, especially toward the younger employees, whom she cares about in her own way. Kyoko’s deadpan delivery and indifferent attitude toward most situations make her a source of comedic contrast against the more energetic and motivated characters. Yachiyo Todoroki is the chief waitress and Kyoko’s devoted subordinate, often seen carrying a katana, which she wields with surprising normalcy in the restaurant. Yachiyo is soft-spoken, kind, and utterly devoted to Kyoko, to the point of idolizing her. Her loyalty to Kyoko often leads her to misunderstand or ignore other characters’ feelings, especially those of Jun Sato, the head chef, who has a quiet crush on her. Yachiyo’s innocent yet eccentric personality adds to the restaurant’s overall chaotic atmosphere, making her a beloved but unusual character within the series. Jun Sato is the head chef at Wagnaria, known for his stoic and somewhat intimidating demeanor. Although he rarely shows his emotions, Jun has a soft spot for Yachiyo, though he struggles to express his feelings due to her obliviousness. Jun's unspoken affection for Yachiyo and his interactions with the other quirky staff members add depth to his character, contrasting his tough exterior with his internal vulnerability. He often serves as the voice of reason amidst the chaos, though his deadpan reactions to the antics around him provide much of the show’s humor. Sota Takanashi is the main male protagonist of *Working!!*, who joins Wagnaria as a waiter. Takanashi has a fascination with small, cute things, which leads him to dote on Popura, though this sometimes annoys her. He is generally calm and level-headed but has a somewhat strange sense of priorities, particularly when it comes to his love of anything small and cute. Takanashi’s interactions with the rest of the staff, especially Inami, whose androphobia often puts him in harm’s way, form a central part of the show’s comedic and emotional arcs. His relationship with Inami gradually evolves as he helps her overcome her fear of men, adding a touch of romance to the series.