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The Emperor's Cook

7.6(42)20151 season · 12 episodes46m / ep
Drama

The drama series depicts the life of Tokuzo Akiyama, head chef of the Imperial Household Ministry’s 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 Emperor’s 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 Emperor’s cook'.

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Status
Ended
Type
Scripted
Last aired
2015-07-12
Language
Japanese
  • TBS
  • japan
  • based on novel or book
  • culture clash
  • chef
  • historical drama
  • culinary arts
  • meiji period
  • transition
  • cuisine
  • food culture
  • court intrigue
  • great kantō earthquake

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Japan

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Air dates

First aired
2015-04-26
Latest episode
2015-07-12
Status
Ended
Next release
Completed
  • Season 126 Apr 2015

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