Akitake Takagi is a male new employee at Futaba Trading Company, first introduced in "The Way of Udon Lovers" (Episode 21) of the series. He is a 22-year-old member of the so-called Generation Z, characterized by his straightforward demeanor and a notable lack of sycophancy.
He is assigned to the sales department under Hiroshi Nohara and has quickly become a favored subordinate, much to the slight jealousy of their colleague, Kawaguchi. Takagi is a competent employee who adeptly utilizes generative AI in his work.
He presents as a typical modern young person, appearing very direct and emotionally reserved in most situations. However, he becomes exceptionally passionate and expressive when it comes to his hobby of food touring, which he actively shares on his social media.
His SNS foodie account boasts an impressive 4,000 followers, where he enthusiastically documents his culinary adventures. Living with his parents affords him financial flexibility, allowing him to frequently indulge in and review high-end gourmet experiences.
Akitake Takagi is a 22-year-old new employee working in the sales department of Futaba Trading Company. He resides with his parents, which gives him considerable financial leeway to pursue his expensive hobby of trying high-class cuisine.
He is a highly capable employee who can handle generative artificial intelligence with ease. His professional competence is evident in his smooth adaptation to his sales role at the company.
He holds a particular fondness for his supervisor, Hiroshi Nohara, and has grown quite attached to him. This close bond between Takagi and Hiroshi has provoked a degree of jealousy from their coworker, Kawaguchi.
Hiroshi Nohara
Hiroshi Nohara is Akitake Takagi's direct supervisor in the sales department at Futaba Trading Company. Takagi has developed a strong sense of loyalty and attachment to Hiroshi, viewing him as a respected mentor.
His social media handle, "ryugen-budo," was revealed in the anime adaptation. This username is an Easter egg referencing the fact that his voice actor, Mahiro Takasugi, previously played Kureshima Mitsuzane/Kamen Rider Ryugen (whose motif is grapes) in "Kamen Rider Gaim."
Akitake Takagi appears across several episodes in both the original manga and the anime adaptation, often involved in stories related to food and hobbies.
Original Manga Appearances
He first appears in the original manga's Episode 21, titled "The Way of Udon Lovers." His other notable appearances in the manga include Episode 119, "The Way of AI Gourmet," and Episode 122, "The Way of Jazz Cafes."
Anime Appearances
In the anime series, he debuts in Episode 4, Part A. His social media username is later revealed in Episode 5, Part A of the anime, adding a layer of character detail for attentive viewers.
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