Akane-san placed a gentle hand on his shoulder. "Itadakimasu, Shiro-chan."
"Mother, I humbly receive (you)... and I am the Top." okaasan itadakimasu top
Studio Pierrot Original Run: 1983 – 1985 (130 Episodes + 2 Specials) Genre: Slice of Life, Family Drama, Culinary (Iyashikei) Creator: Yoshie Hana (based on her autobiographical essay) Akane-san placed a gentle hand on his shoulder
It acknowledges the sacrifice of plants and animals. okaasan itadakimasu top
The phrase is never used sincerely. It is always a humorous, self-aware exaggeration of the "thirsty anime fan" stereotype.