Planet Food: Japan (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2012, Planet Food: Japan is a documentary film directed by Paul Watson, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Merrilees Parker travels to Japan to learn about its unique food culture. She begins her journey in Tokyo, at Tsukiji, the world's biggest fish market. Master chef, Romeo teaches her how to make the ultimate sushi, an art that takes years to master. Then it's off to a ramen museum, where you can try various regional styles of the noodle soup. Escaping the city, Merrilees takes the bullet train to Matsusaka where she visits a farm that produces the most expensive beef in the world. She also visits Kyoto and Mount Fuji for the annual Summer Fire Festival to gorge herself on wonderful street food.
Who’s in it. Planet Food: Japan stars Merrilees Parker as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Planet Food: Japan has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Planet Food: Japan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Planet Food: Japan tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Planet Food: Japan (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Planet Food: Japan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Planet Food: Japan worth watching?
- Planet Food: Japan holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Planet Food: Japan?
- Planet Food: Japan stars Merrilees Parker.
- When was Planet Food: Japan released?
- Planet Food: Japan was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.