Rinco's Restaurant (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 8.2

Rinco's Restaurant poster

Released in 2010, Rinco's Restaurant is a fantasy and drama film directed by Mai Tominaga, running about 118 minutes.

What it’s about. After a bad breakup, a young woman returns to her hometown and opens a menuless restaurant. A young woman in her mid 20's becomes so heart broken she loses her voice. To recover, the woman decides to go back to her hometown and stay with her free-spirited mother whom she has not been very close to in the past. The young woman then decides to open a restaurant which accepts only one customer a day, allowing for thoughtful preparation for that customer.

Who’s in it. Rinco's Restaurant stars Ko Shibasaki as Noriko, Kimiko Yo as Ruriko, Hikari Mitsushima as Midori and Brother Tom as Kumasan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Rinco's Restaurant sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rinco's Restaurant page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rinco's Restaurant tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rinco's Restaurant (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rinco's Restaurant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rinco's Restaurant worth watching?
Rinco's Restaurant holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Rinco's Restaurant?
Rinco's Restaurant stars Ko Shibasaki, Kimiko Yo, Hikari Mitsushima, Brother Tom and Tetsuji Tanaka.
When was Rinco's Restaurant released?
Rinco's Restaurant was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.