๐ Overview:
The drama series depicts the life of Tokuzo Akiyama, head chef of the Imperial Household Ministryโs Imperial Cuisine Division during the Taisho (1912-1926) and early Showa (1926-1989) eras. Based on a true story and book by Hisahide Sugimori, 'The Emperorโs Cook' follows the life of country boy, Akiyama, who arrives in Tokyo in pursuit of the culinary arts. Driven by a deep love for his wife and family, a great reverence for his teachers, strong reliance on friends and an abiding love for cooking, Akiyama eventually rises to become 'the Emperorโs cook'.
๐ Languages Available:
Japanese
๐ Date Released:
โญ Vote Average:
7.4
Beloved Cast
Tokuzo Akiyama
Takeru Satoh
Toshiko Takahama
Haru Kuroki
Shutaro Akiyama
Ryohei Suzuki
Kaoru Kobayashi
Shuzo Akiyama
Tetta Sugimoto
Fuki Akiyama
Jun Miho
Shogo Kirizuka
Tetsuya Takeda