Series

The Emperor's Cook

★ 7.4(39)201546m1 season

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Good to know

Creator: Hisahide Sugimori
Release date: 2015-04-26
Runtime: 46m
Language: Japanese
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 12
Network: TBS
Status: Ended
Country: Japan
Studio: TBS

About The Emperor's Cook

The Emperor's Cook is a 2015 web series in the Drama genre, created by Hisahide Sugimori, starring Takeru Satoh, Haru Kuroki and Ryohei Suzuki. It spans 1 season and 12 episodes, and originally aired on TBS. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 39 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Emperor's Cook in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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'.

Seasons (1)

Season 112 eps · 2015

Cast

Takeru Satoh

Tokuzo Akiyama

Haru Kuroki

Toshiko Takahama

Ryohei Suzuki

Shutaro Akiyama

Kaoru Kobayashi

Tetta Sugimoto

Shuzo Akiyama

Jun Miho

Fuki Akiyama

Tetsuya Takeda

Shogo Kirizuka

Themes & keywords

japanbased on novel or bookculture clashchefhistorical dramaculinary artsmeiji periodtransitioncuisinefood culturecourt intriguegreat kantō earthquakeroyal cuisineera transitionwestern cuisine

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Emperor's Cook in Mexico?+

The Emperor's Cook is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Emperor's Cook on Netflix?+

The Emperor's Cook is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How many seasons of The Emperor's Cook are there?+

The Emperor's Cook has 1 season and 12 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Emperor's Cook?+

The Emperor's Cook stars Takeru Satoh, Haru Kuroki, Ryohei Suzuki, Kaoru Kobayashi and Tetta Sugimoto.

When did The Emperor's Cook come out?+

The Emperor's Cook is a 2015 web series created by Hisahide Sugimori.

What genre is The Emperor's Cook?+

The Emperor's Cook is Drama series.

Who created The Emperor's Cook?+

The Emperor's Cook was created by Hisahide Sugimori.