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The Emperor's Cook
Drama
74%
Overview:
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'.
Created by:
Hisahide Sugimori
Status:
Ended
Language:
Japanese
First air date:
4/26/2015
Last air date:
7/12/2015
Key words:
- japan
- based on novel or book
- culture clash
- chef
- historical drama
- culinary arts
- meiji period
- transition
- cuisine
- food culture
- court intrigue
- great kantō earthquake
- royal cuisine
- era transition
- western cuisine
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