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'.

★ 7.6/10 · 41 TMDB audience ratings

Starring

• Takeru SatohTokuzo Akiyama
• Haru KurokiToshiko Takahama
• Ryohei SuzukiShutaro Akiyama
• Kaoru Kobayashi
• Tetta SugimotoShuzo Akiyama
• Jun MihoFuki Akiyama
• Tetsuya TakedaShogo Kirizuka

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