Oishinbo (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 10
Released in 1988, Oishinbo is an animation and drama series.
What it’s about. The newspaper office, Tozai Shinbun, plans to publish the Ultimate Menu to commemorate their 100th anniversary. It would not only describe foods but also pass on dietary cultures for many generations to come. Despite its importance, Shirou Yamaoka, a lazy employee, and Yuuko Kurita, a company newcomer, are selected as the editors.
Who’s in it. Oishinbo stars Kazuhiko Inoue as Shirou Yamaoka (voice), Mayumi Shou as Yuuko Kurita (voice), Chikao Ohtsuka as Yūzan Kaibara and Osamu Saka as Daizō Ōhara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Oishinbo 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 Oishinbo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Oishinbo tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Oishinbo (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Oishinbo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Oishinbo worth watching?
- Oishinbo holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Oishinbo?
- Oishinbo stars Kazuhiko Inoue, Mayumi Shou, Chikao Ohtsuka, Osamu Saka and Seizo Kato.
- When was Oishinbo released?
- Oishinbo was released in 1988.