天皇の料理番

The Emperor's Cook

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'.

Format
TV
Episodes
12
Episode Duration
46 mins
Status
Finished
All details and tags
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Details

Type
Drama
Format
TV
Episodes
12
Episode Duration
46 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Apr 26, 2015
Season
2015
Average Score
75%
Mean Score
75%
Ratings
40
Popularity
40
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
TBS, TBS
Genres
Drama
Country
Japan
English
The Emperor's Cook

Tags

japan50%based on novel or book50%culture clash50%chef50%historical drama50%culinary arts50%meiji period50%transition50%cuisine50%food culture50%court intrigue50%great kantō earthquake50%royal cuisine50%era transition50%western cuisine50%

Description

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'.

Immersion

Japanese

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Staff

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