Overview
| Summary | “Sheee!” is a classic Japanese comic pose and exclamation made famous by the character Iyami in the manga Osomatsu-kun, created by Fujio Akatsuka in the 1960s. The phrase is usually shouted while striking a unique pose: one leg bent inward and both arms sharply raised. It expresses surprise, arrogance, or comedic overreaction. |
| Japanese Writing | シェー！（しぇー！） |
| Genre | Manga Gag / Visual Comedy |
| Typical Age Group | 30-70 |
| Audience | Comedy fans, Schoolkids |
| Popularity | ★★★☆☆ |
| Relevance | ★★★☆☆ |
| Usability | ★★★☆☆ |
| When to Use | To playfully exaggerate surprise or arrogance |
| How to Use | Say “Sheee!” in a loud, silly voice While doing the signature pose: One leg bent inward One arm raised high, the other stretched out |
| Cultural Note | The pose comes from Iyami, a loud, pompous character in Osomatsu-kun. “Sheee!” was not just a catchphrase—it became a national phenomenon in the 1960s, often mimicked by children and even celebrities. It’s considered a pioneer of physical gags in manga culture, and Fujio Akatsuka is known as the “gag manga king.” The gag regained some recognition among younger audiences when the anime Osomatsu-san aired in the 2010s. |
Parody Performance
You can hear this phrase at around 00:10 in the YouTube video.