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Jul 2007 - Sep 2010
7.3
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Is laying down at home while loving possible!? The conclusion of the strongest dried up woman's love...
S1 Ep10
9.2
12th Sep 2007
It is a busy time at work and at home. Hotaru as moved in with Teshima, but the truth that has eluded them both rears its head. They give it a shot, but he is weak and honest and she does her best, but cannot stop the roll of reality. The manager assigns Hotaru extra responsibilities and she comes through and, by the end of the final episode, it is again summer and they are back where they started.
What about tomorrow!? Never a love triangle
S1 Ep9
9.0
5th Sep 2007
There is a major revelation and the cat is out of the bag. The boyfriend is in Hong Kong and soon enough finds his girlfriend in too cosy an encounter with the manager. Then things become worse when the house-mates are found out and the manager's true feelings are revealed after Hotaru is rescued following her being locked in. The couple move in together.
Is love impossible for a dried up woman!?
S1 Ep3
8.8
25th Jul 2007
Hotaru and Teshima seem to be getting closer. Hotaru even receives a small gift from Teshima. The latter does a good job redecorating and rejuvenating a favourite bakery. In the meantime, there is a playful ceremony to set up couples within the office and Hotaru may have accidentally helped her manager's divorce along - much to his chagrin.
The dried woman's comes out for the first time... At that time, he...
S1 Ep8
8.8
29th Aug 2007
Watch for fireworks - both of the actual and relationship kind. Hotaru is asked to move in with her new man and she accepts especially because he accepts the jerseys, newspapers and all. He has two older sisters and is used to it after all. The manager is helping, but seems to admit to some feelings of his own. Will anything change however when the man actually sees his himono onna?
A kiss of a dried up woman... First trouble of a cherished love
S1 Ep6
8.8
15th Aug 2007
With courage comes results. Another cliche: good things come to those who wait. Yet another cliche: third time's the charm. The two co-workers go on one date, but it is awkward. The second one is uncomfortable. The third one is it and there are not any intruders either. The manager mails in his divorce papers, but is caught by an employee regarding his living arrangement. Two other co-workers are only half clicking.
For a dried up woman, is love and work at the same time impossible!?
S1 Ep4
8.8
1st Aug 2007
Hotaru is given two big chances and she only converts one. She is offered her first chance at a design and representing the firm and the opportunity to be with Teshima on a date. She handles one opportunity with gusto and another in her usual very clumsy way. The manager sets up an appointment with his estranged wife. In the meantime, the product placement continues with beer for all occasions.
Worst Episodes of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life
I prefer laying down at home to love... Has dried up woman been in love!?
S1 Ep1
6.5
11th Jul 2007
Get ready to become familiar with the term 'himono onna.' It means 'dried fish woman' and describe a home-buddy woman who is a slob in private, does not take care of her place, drinks alcohol on her own and - is discovered as such by her manager who more or less moves in accidentally.
Himono-onna's Secret Heartthrob
S2 Ep7
7.8
18th Aug 2010
Every relationship has its highs and lows and this week certainly has more than its share of lows. Hotaru is not candid. The manager is not candid. The co-worker Seno, however, is candid although he is playing a game of his own. Oh, the fortune teller is not candid either.
Starting Over About Marriage!? Epic Leave-Me-Alone Battle.
S2 Ep6
8.3
11th Aug 2010
Following the marriage proposal, or rather suggestion, a club is formed. The Club's membership is withdrawable however. With that out of the way there is another confession of love, not to mention some sweets, snot, offal and a very cheap sale that does not quite pan out the way you would expect. A second marriage proposal is preceded by another confession of love and cross dressing. There is cross dressing later too.
Meeting Himono-onna's Parents
S2 Ep8
8.3
25th Aug 2010
With wedding plans underway, the manager insists the arrangements be done formally and traditionally and there be a formal introduction to the respective parents and families. Hotaru's older sister meets the manager and passes on the former's savings. The manager, however, is not impressed with Hotaru's disappearing acts. Miss Konatsu gets her dream set-up.
The Boss I Don't Know
S2 Ep10
8.3
8th Sep 2010
Change is a foot. The boss father, who is the landlord, is back. The boss is contemplating a vocational change. Time-lines and formalities for the marriage may need tinkering and Miss Konatsu's shop is coming along. Hotaru rebuffs a proposal and tries her hand at both cooking and nursing.
Himono-onna Starts Saving
S2 Ep2
8.3
14th Jul 2010
Hotaru resolves to become a changed woman given her new status. She is determined to become thrifty, save, dress appropriately and make herself worthy of her promised future. Who is the woman and child visiting the house and calling her manager and man 'papa' though? Her co-worker misses her period and may be pregnant. Hotaru organizes a children's event and ends up going for a meal of Iberian pig not when she anticipated, where she thought or with whom she planned.
Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life Episode Guide
I prefer laying down at home to love... Has dried up woman been in love!?
S1 Ep1
6.5
11th Jul 2007
Get ready to become familiar with the term 'himono onna.' It means 'dried fish woman' and describe a home-buddy woman who is a slob in private, does not take care of her place, drinks alcohol on her own and - is discovered as such by her manager who more or less moves in accidentally.
Putting your life on the line for love. Love mail with the dried woman
S1 Ep2
8.4
18th Jul 2007
Hotaru and her manager are now sharing an apartment, but not sharing a table, refrigerator or wine. They are also not sharing the cheese it seems. Nonetheless, they are starting to share a few secrets, tips and history. In the meanwhile, Hotaru attracts the attention of the office's hip designer even more by supporting his idea and even goes one step, no two steps further. She has competition however.
Is love impossible for a dried up woman!?
S1 Ep3
8.8
25th Jul 2007
Hotaru and Teshima seem to be getting closer. Hotaru even receives a small gift from Teshima. The latter does a good job redecorating and rejuvenating a favourite bakery. In the meantime, there is a playful ceremony to set up couples within the office and Hotaru may have accidentally helped her manager's divorce along - much to his chagrin.
For a dried up woman, is love and work at the same time impossible!?
S1 Ep4
8.8
1st Aug 2007
Hotaru is given two big chances and she only converts one. She is offered her first chance at a design and representing the firm and the opportunity to be with Teshima on a date. She handles one opportunity with gusto and another in her usual very clumsy way. The manager sets up an appointment with his estranged wife. In the meantime, the product placement continues with beer for all occasions.
At last a confession! The god of love has descended
S1 Ep5
8.6
8th Aug 2007
After being locked in a room with Teshima by the god of love (or was that the manager or perhaps a salesperson?) Hotaru finally drums up the courage to profess her true feelings to him. Her rival has not given up, but she has taken an important step and is determined not to be a himono-onna 'dried fish woman' for much longer. The manager, however, seems to have lost his wife for good.
A kiss of a dried up woman... First trouble of a cherished love
S1 Ep6
8.8
15th Aug 2007
With courage comes results. Another cliche: good things come to those who wait. Yet another cliche: third time's the charm. The two co-workers go on one date, but it is awkward. The second one is uncomfortable. The third one is it and there are not any intruders either. The manager mails in his divorce papers, but is caught by an employee regarding his living arrangement. Two other co-workers are only half clicking.
Scared of stomach fat!! Dried woman's sleepover date
S1 Ep7
8.6
22nd Aug 2007
The two are now going steady. A sleepover is aborted, but another one is in the making. The two are now on a first name basis, which shows they are getting closer. Hotaru aims to reduce her body fat to be more attractive. There is not once, but twice a misunderstanding regarding the manager and his junior living together. With the manager's divorce complete his wife Miyuuki is over for closure.
The dried woman's comes out for the first time... At that time, he...
S1 Ep8
8.8
29th Aug 2007
Watch for fireworks - both of the actual and relationship kind. Hotaru is asked to move in with her new man and she accepts especially because he accepts the jerseys, newspapers and all. He has two older sisters and is used to it after all. The manager is helping, but seems to admit to some feelings of his own. Will anything change however when the man actually sees his himono onna?
What about tomorrow!? Never a love triangle
S1 Ep9
9.0
5th Sep 2007
There is a major revelation and the cat is out of the bag. The boyfriend is in Hong Kong and soon enough finds his girlfriend in too cosy an encounter with the manager. Then things become worse when the house-mates are found out and the manager's true feelings are revealed after Hotaru is rescued following her being locked in. The couple move in together.
Is laying down at home while loving possible!? The conclusion of the strongest dried up woman's love...
S1 Ep10
9.2
12th Sep 2007
It is a busy time at work and at home. Hotaru as moved in with Teshima, but the truth that has eluded them both rears its head. They give it a shot, but he is weak and honest and she does her best, but cannot stop the roll of reality. The manager assigns Hotaru extra responsibilities and she comes through and, by the end of the final episode, it is again summer and they are back where they started.
Hotaru no Hikari is a Japanese josei manga series by Satoru Hiura. It has been adapted into 2 television drama series and a live action film that was released on 7 July 2012.
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The best rated episodes of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life are:
Is laying down at home while loving possible!? The conclusion of the strongest dried up woman's love... S1E10 rated 9.2
What about tomorrow!? Never a love triangle S1E9 rated 9.0
Is love impossible for a dried up woman!? S1E3 rated 8.8
The dried woman's comes out for the first time... At that time, he... S1E8 rated 8.8
A kiss of a dried up woman... First trouble of a cherished love S1E6 rated 8.8
For a dried up woman, is love and work at the same time impossible!? S1E4 rated 8.8
The lowest rated episodes of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life are:
I prefer laying down at home to love... Has dried up woman been in love!? S1E1 rated 6.5
Himono-onna's Secret Heartthrob S2E7 rated 7.8
Starting Over About Marriage!? Epic Leave-Me-Alone Battle. S2E6 rated 8.3
Meeting Himono-onna's Parents S2E8 rated 8.3
The Boss I Don't Know S2E10 rated 8.3
Himono-onna Starts Saving S2E2 rated 8.3
The first episode of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life aired on July 11, 2007.
The last episode of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life aired on September 15, 2010.
There are 21 episodes of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life.
There are 2 seasons of Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light In My Life.
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