Samurai Gourmet
Recent retiree Takeshi rediscovers his passion for food and life by getting in touch with his inner warrior and eating what he truly desires.
Cast: Honami Suzuki, Tetsuji Tamayama, Naoto Takenaka
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Season 1
12 episodes
1. Mid-Day Beer at a RestaurantUnsure what to do with his newfound freedom, Kasumi takes a stroll around the neighbourhood and discovers a local diner he's never been to before.12CC19minMar 17, 2017
2. The Demoness’s RamenAt Shizuko's suggestion, Kasumi decides to take up walking as a hobby. Soon he's hungry for ramen, but the popular places are too crowded.12CC20minMar 17, 2017
3. Mackerel in the MorningAfter a board game session with an old friend goes late, Kasumi decides to spend the night by himself at a local seaside bed-and-breakfast.12CC24minMar 17, 2017
4. Yakiniku Her WayShizuko asks Kasumi to give their college-aged niece Masako career advice. He takes her out to dinner but has trouble controlling the conversation.12CC24minMar 17, 2017
5. Bento Lunch on SetKasumi is excited for his first job as an extra and can't wait for the free lunch that comes with the position. But delays keep him waiting for hours.12CC25minMar 17, 2017
6. Lunch at an Old-Fashioned CaféA search for a book leads Kasumi to an area of town he hasn't been to in years. He decides to read in a café, but only a "pure" one will do.12CC20minMar 17, 2017
7. Umbrellas at the Dinner CounterAfter receiving a clean bill of health, Kasumi decides to celebrate by dining and drinking at a beaten-down but cozy izakaya gastropub.12CC24minMar 17, 2017
8. Pasta the Samurai WayKasumi is concerned about how a new pair of sunglasses makes him look. Lunch at a high-class Italian restaurant makes the problem worse.12CC18minMar 17, 2017
9. Croquettes of the HeartWhile out running an errand for Shizuko, Kasumi spots a simple but delicious treat that brings back happy memories of his childhood.12CC17minMar 17, 2017
10. The White-Haired KnightLeft on his own for dinner, Kasumi wanders the neighborhood to find a suitable place. He settles on a yakitori restaurant with a gruff chef.12CC21minMar 17, 2017
11. Anniversary OdenKasumi surprises Shizuko with an anniversary outing and dinner. After ordering, he worries that she's disappointed by his unambitious menu selections.12CC21minMar 17, 2017
12. A Memory of Hashed Beef and RiceLooking through old photos, Kasumi is struck by a desire to visit a beloved restaurant he had frequented years ago. But when he gets there, it's gone.12CC23minMar 17, 2017
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Samurai Gourmet
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Recent retiree Takeshi rediscovers his passion for food and life by getting in touch with his inner warrior and eating what he truly desires.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Michihito Fujii, Mamoru Hoshi
- Created by
- Masayuki Qusumi
