Weather Woman Returns

Weather Woman Returns

Year: 1996

Runtime: 85 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Tomoaki Hosoyama

Comedy

Keiko inherits a failing local TV station and vows to succeed, but a rival broadcaster constantly sabotages her programs. When the weather reporter is duped, she fills in, flashing her underwear on air, which spikes ratings. The network then holds a bawdy contest—skimpy costumes, arm‑wrestling—to pick the new weather woman.

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1

Keiko joins ATV at the bottom of the ratings

Keiko Nakadai works as an office lady at ATV, a network depicted as perpetually last in the ratings. She is unexpectedly selected to fill in for Michiko Kawai as a weather reporter for one night. This opportunity sets the stage for her bold approach to gain attention and power within the network.

Beginning of story ATV offices
2

Live flash boosts ratings and fate changes

During the live weather segment, Keiko blatantly flashes her panties, creating a sensational moment on air. The stunt sends ratings skyrocketing, and ATV's desperation to climb out of last place becomes a pressing incentive for bold action. Her daring move reshapes the balance of power at the network.

Night of first broadcast ATV studio
3

Promotion and displacement

As ratings rise, ATV promotes Keiko to full-time weather reporter, replacing Michiko. The move is framed as a response to audience demand, but it also marks a personal victory for Keiko and a humiliation for Michiko. The dynamic between the two reporters becomes the central tension of the network.

Shortly after first broadcast ATV newsroom
4

Keiko's on-air persona becomes the norm

Keiko adopts an exhibitionistic persona, frequently wearing lingerie on air and leveraging her sex appeal to maintain her position. The network's humor leans on sexually oriented gags aimed at young male viewers. Rival coworkers grow increasingly resentful as Keiko's success seems unchecked.

Ongoing through the series ATV studio
5

Keiko's on-air revenge against Michiko

Keiko humbles Michiko by turning the tables on a previous scheme: she spikes Michiko's tea with laxatives, causing a humiliating on-air moment for Michiko. The act strengthens Keiko's control over the show's hierarchy and serves as retaliation for Michiko's earlier attempt. The rivalry tightens into a personal power struggle.

After Michiko's attempt ATV studio / green room
6

Keiko's private reaction to Michiko's embarrassment

Keiko's private reaction unfolds in her apartment, where she engages in sexually charged behavior while Michiko's on-air embarrassment plays in the background. The scene highlights Keiko's complex mix of dominance, pleasure, and media-driven power. It foreshadows how personal acts intersect with professional dynamics.

That night Keiko's apartment
7

Keiko's dominant control on Michiko

Keiko asserts control over Michiko by pressuring her into submission, signaling their coercive power dynamic. Michiko faces manipulation that could derail her career, while Keiko's position tightens as the enforcer of the network's new hierarchy. The on-screen and off-screen exchanges blur the line between work and sexualized dominance.

Following the tea incident Keiko's apartment / private setting
8

Introduction of Kaori Shimamori

The second episode introduces Kaori Shimamori, a reporter who benefits from her father's position as a member of the Diet. She targets Keiko by attempting to demote her during a breaking news event, using political connections to challenge Keiko's rise.

Episode 2 introduction ATV newsroom
9

Kaori's plan is thwarted by viewer protests

Kaori's maneuver to deny Keiko a weather corner is undercut when viewers flood ATV with protests, demonstrating strong audience support for Keiko. The backlash shows that audience reaction can trump political leverage. The incident marks a turning point in the power dynamic.

During Episode 2 conflict ATV newsroom
10

Keiko and Kaori form a marketing partnership

Following the confrontation, Keiko and Kaori agree to team up for an ATV marketing campaign, blending Keiko's on-air appeal with Kaori's influence. They start to work together, but Kaori continues to plot revenge and gather intelligence on Keiko's personal life. The partnership sits at a fragile balance between collaboration and competition.

After demotion attempt ATV marketing division
11

Kaori discovers Keiko's dominatrix relationship

Kaori uncovers evidence of Keiko's dominatrix relationship with Michiko, leading to a tense shift in their alliance. Rather than exposing Keiko, Kaori chooses to become friends with Keiko and join in their dynamic. The trio's dynamic becomes central to the ongoing storyline.

During collaboration ATV studio / private conversations
12

OVA ending: Michiko's stripping and humiliation

The OVA ends with a stripping event and Michiko's humiliation, orchestrated in part by Kaori who embraces Keiko's lifestyle. Kaori then entices Michiko to engage in oral sex with her while Keiko watches, half-asleep, with a smirk. The scene seals the power alignment among the three women and hints at further entanglements.

End of OVA ATV studio / set

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