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The girls organise a Japanese‑style celebration at their workplace party. The mood shifts dramatically when Bren’s mother appears and pushes the Eastern‑spirit theme far beyond the intended limits, creating a chaotic atmosphere for the staff and unsettling the participants in the process.

The programme titled is presented as a single episode, falling under the broader classification of a television programme. Its format centres on a workplace gathering, offering a brief but focused look at the events that unfold when colleagues decide to mark an occasion together. In this episode the female staff members organise a celebration that adopts Japanese customs and aesthetics. Their intention is to enjoy a night inspired by Eastern traditions, complete with the appropriate décor and atmosphere. However, the mood takes an unexpected turn when Bren’s mother arrives on the scene. Rather than simply joining the festivities, she pushes the homage to the Eastern spirit beyond what the group had envisaged, leading the celebration into more extreme territory. The episode also features a guest appearance by Jack Smethurst, who adds an additional layer to the unfolding scenario. His involvement, alongside the presence of Bren’s mother, highlights the contrast between the intended light‑hearted tribute and the way it is amplified by an outsider’s enthusiasm. The narrative stays tightly focused on the interplay between the planned Japanese‑style party and the mother’s over‑enthusiastic contribution, delivering a concise yet memorable slice of workplace comedy.