Plot
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'.
Cast
as Tokuzo Akiyama
as Toshiko Takahama
as Shutaro Akiyama
as Shuzo Akiyama
as Fuki Akiyama
as Shogo Kirizuka
Creator
Network
Status
Ended
First Aired Date
April 26, 2015
Last Aired Date
July 12, 2015
Production Companies
TBS
Type
Scripted
Number of Season
1
Number of Episodes
12
Links
Gallery
