The Emperor's Cook (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Series · ★ 7.4
Released in 2015, The Emperor's Cook is a drama series.
What it’s about. 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'.
Who’s in it. The Emperor's Cook stars Takeru Satoh as Tokuzo Akiyama, Haru Kuroki as Toshiko Takahama, Ryohei Suzuki as Shutaro Akiyama and Kaoru Kobayashi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Emperor's Cook 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 The Emperor's Cook page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Emperor's Cook tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Emperor's Cook (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Emperor's Cook change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Emperor's Cook worth watching?
- The Emperor's Cook holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Emperor's Cook?
- The Emperor's Cook stars Takeru Satoh, Haru Kuroki, Ryohei Suzuki, Kaoru Kobayashi and Tetta Sugimoto.
- When was The Emperor's Cook released?
- The Emperor's Cook was released in 2015.