Critics and viewers generally praised the episode for its "well-timed humor" and the awkward comedy of Ashiya's fabricated backstory. Reviewers from Crow's World of Anime highlighted the humorous balance between the mundane fast-food struggles and the "ridiculous" premise of the Demon Lord angsting over a rival chicken chain.
The episode features the series' main ensemble along with the debut of Rika Suzuki. Japanese Voice Actor English Voice Actor Ryōta Ōsaka Josh Grelle Emi Yusa Yōko Hikasa Felecia Angelle Shirō Ashiya Anthony Bowling Chiho Sasaki Nao Tōyama Tia Ballard Suzuno Kamazuki Kanae Itō Alex Moore Rika Suzuki Asuka Nishi Alexis Tipton Critical Reception Hataraku Maou-sama! Episode 9
Are you interested in a breakdown of the plot or more details on Ashiya’s fictional story ? [Spoilers] Hataraku Maou-sama! - Episode 9 [Discussion] Critics and viewers generally praised the episode for
Maou, serving as a shift manager, struggles to handle a significant loss of customers to SFC. Despite his innovative attempts to draw crowds, business remains slow until he uses a decorated bamboo tree to attract attendees from the local Sasahata Tanabata Festival. Japanese Voice Actor English Voice Actor Ryōta Ōsaka