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The Emperor's Cook

The Emperor's Cook

7,4 /10 (39 Votes)
2015 JA 1 Seasons

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'.

First air date

26/04/2015

Votes

39

Popularity

2.3

Genres

Status

Ended

Type

Scripted

Created by

Hisahide Sugimori

Networks

TBS

Original title

天皇の料理番

Language

JA

Last air date

2015-07-12

Episodes

12

Episode runtime

46 min

Website

www.tbs.co.jp
Season 1

Season 1

12 episodes • 2015

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