Shiawase nara Niku o Morou! Episode 1 kicks off with a hilariously absurd premise that blends over-the-top comedy, mouthwatering food imagery, and unexpected character dynamics. The series follows Kenta, a down-on-his-luck college student who accidentally stumbles into an exclusive, underground "meat appreciation society" that promises happiness through the consumption of the finest cuts of meat.
The first episode introduces Kenta's plight—he’s broke, perpetually hungry, and stuck in a monotonous part-time job. His life takes a bizarre turn when he’s lured by the tantalizing aroma of grilled meat coming from a mysterious alleyway. There, he meets Misaki, the charismatic and eccentric leader of the society, who claims that "meat is the secret to true happiness." Before he knows it, Kenta is roped into an initiation ritual involving rare steaks, competitive eating challenges, and an odd but comically passionate lecture on the philosophy of meat.
The episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments, from Kenta’s over-the-top reactions to Misaki’s bizarre speeches, to the ridiculous challenges the society throws at its new recruit. The animation shines in its depiction of the food, with glistening cuts of meat and sizzling grill scenes that are almost too vivid to resist.
Shiawase nara Niku o Morou! Episode 1 delivers a fun and eccentric start, combining food-centric humor with a lighthearted narrative about finding joy in the simple (and meaty) pleasures of life. With its quirky characters and unique concept, the series promises to serve up plenty of laughs and delicious visuals in the episodes to come.
