The Emperor's Cook

About 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'.

Genres

Drama

Release date

April 26, 2015

Runtime

46m

Director

Юитиро Хиракава • Юдзи Накамаэ • Синго Окамото • Даисукэ Ямамуро

Status

Released

Countries

Япония

Original title

Tenno no Ryoriban

Episodes

12

Seasons

1

Series status

Ended in 2015

Quality

WEB-DL

Dub / voiceover

Мобильное телевидение