The Emperor's Cook (tv-series, 2015)
Rating
Mark: 7.9
Vote count: 6
Ten'nô no Ryôriban
| Mark | imdb: 7.9 |
| Genre | biography, drama, history |
| Year | 2015 |
| Country | Japan  |
| Duration | 00:54 |
Storyline
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'.
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