He is My Master
Oshimeter
Synopsis
Money running out fast, home no longer an option, and nowhere to go, the only job available to the Sawatari sisters is working as live-in maids for a 14-year-old millionaire with way too much house and even more attitude. That's the setup for He is My Master, a 12-episode comedy from 2005 that leans hard into its ridiculous premise. Izumi and Mitsuki Sawatari figure cleaning a mansion beats going back to their parents, until they meet Yoshitaka Nakabayashi, their new employer, who immediately insists on being called 'Master' and treats maid uniforms as his personal art project. The whole show lives in that dynamic: two sisters trying to hold onto their dignity while their boss finds new ways to be insufferable, and somehow the result is more funny than frustrating. The tone is light and comedic throughout, with recurring gags and a cast of eccentrics who keep the energy moving. It's worth noting that Gainax and Shaft co-produced this, which is an unusual pairing that gives it a slightly distinct visual personality compared to standard mid-2000s fare. If you enjoyed the chaotic maid-employer humor in Kamen no Maid Guy, or the mansion comedy antics of Hayate no Gotoku, this covers similar ground with its own brand of absurdity. The ecchi elements are present but the show's main currency is comedic timing rather than anything serious. A decent watch if you want something low-stakes and genuinely amusing from that era.
Episode Guide
Characters
Izumi Sawatari
Debt-ridden Izumi, initially the 'normal' one, becomes Yoshitaka's violently rebellious and sexually harassed maid.
Asano Masumi
Mitsuki Sawatari
Izumi's younger sister, Mitsuki, manages Izumi's career as a net idol, becoming wealthy from her success, and adores her 'Master', Yoshitaka.
Shimizu Ai
Yoshitaka Nakabayashi
Wealthy 14-year-old boy, living alone, surrounded by girls, fulfilling his desires.
Minagawa Junko
Anna Kurauchi
Anna, a maid deeply in love with Izumi, is Yoshitaka's Yuri-supplying, cooking-challenged housemate.
Ueda Kana
MANGA BRIDGE
This season covers Chapters 1-36 of the manga. Continue reading from Chapter 1.
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Nice episode. Lots of twists and turns. A mix of humour as well as serious instances makes the episode a good finale
It was a good episode. Yoshitaka being bankrupt was sad to hear. Izumi's mixed feelings towards Yoshitaka was evident from start. Let's see what happens in the finale.
Intersting turn of events making the series more intriguing. Lot of emotional pressure for Izumi when leaving the mansion. Her feelings are evident.
Very interesting episode with lot of expectations on Izumi. The island paradise gives the episode a new vibe. There are many humourous instances connecting everyone.
Good episode. Karin made the mansion into a fun place with Pochi. Izumi's character development is worth watching. The idol team seems suspicious. We will see what happens.
Good episode. It has a mix of humour as well as serious scenes. Izumi's mixed emotions defines her character development. I don't understand what's in Mitsuki's mind.
Very funny episode. Mitsuki's fans keeps on rising. The ghosts and summer festival gives the episode more vibe.
Good, emotional episode. The history in connection to Pochi was very heartfelt. The character development of each cast were good.
A hilarious episode. The survival game really made it a great watch. Izumi's mixed feelings towards Yoshitaka and his character development is worth watching.
It was a good episode. Maids in school made it interesting. Unexpected crush for Nakabayashi. Lots of humourous instances. Pochi at school changed things in the episode.
Really great episode. Lots of humourous instances. Yoshitaka has many pervy ways up his sleeve but he is also have a kinder side. Got to see what they will be up to next.
I didn't quite get the point of the ending. It was confusing but still funny. Mitsuki is really underrated the whole series. You can't really predict her. It was a funny episode but nothing really special considering it's the last episode. I wish the whole paper was translated.
I have mixed feelings in this episode. Wdym they are forcing some plot now? XD. Izumi defending Yoshitaka was not on my expectations. I would have rather seen them make up in a funny way. It's a bit late to mix things up now. Anyways, I would just have to see the last episode.
That was quite an interesting development, hmm. Isn't a bit late to introduce a new character at this point? It was a decent episode with usual humor and an unexpected bit of drama. I wonder what they will give us in the remaining episodes.
Might be the funniest episode so far but it's still debatable. I mean for me it was really funny. I was not expecting that kind of ending and I also have a different idea of an Idol in my mind XD. They really got wilder in this episode and I'll leave it to your imaginations hehe.
A good episode. It is emotional as well as humourous. The loneliness even you have everything is hard to imagine.
The outfits are really cute and great at this episode. I can't help but give props to Yoshitaka and his skills to make clothes XD. He is driven by his perverted side but it's actually amazing. It was a fun festival episode.
Karin is really just adorable. I don't hate Yoshitaka that much but I am really getting bored at this show. I'm still gonna watch the rest hoping that there would be a big plot twist or some kind of unique storytelling aside from repetitive kind of comedy.
Well, it was your usual funny episode with their antics. I do think it's getting repetitive at this point. I wonder if Izumi gets a huge character development but I would have really like her to see as an idol. Pochi is adorable as usual but sometimes just really extra.
I'm kinda weirded out at Izumi and Mitsuki's dad. I don't know but he seems like a pervert. Is it just me or other viewers feel the same? Their mother is really funny, though. It was a fun episode but I think it's getting the same vibes.
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