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Wakako Zake Season 4

Based on the manga "Wakako-Zake" created by Shinkyu Chie.

Tsukiyama Hoshino, a working professional at a prominent financial institution, finds herself transferred to a small gaming firm named Studio G3 in Akihabara due to mistreatment by her boss. There, she encounters a group of unique game developers under the leadership of CEO Tenkawa Taiyo, who is solely focused on crafting engaging games. Meanwhile, Sensui Izuru from Solid Works, the industry's leading corporation where Taiyo used to work, makes contact with Studio G3 and Taiyo but...

Momo, played by Rika Adachi, dreams of pursuing a career as a video game designer. Despite facing multiple rejections in her job search, she eventually lands a position as an apprentice to a game programmer. Through hard work, determination, and her passion for gaming, Momo gains valuable experience and matures in the industry.

Utsumi Takayuki, a 42-year-old employee at Hinode Advertising's Planning and Sales Department, has been with the company's Second Division for a year now. Despite being transferred from the General Affairs Department, he continues to struggle with his sales performance. Utsumi lacks strong communication skills, struggles with tasks, and tends to be easily manipulated. His supervisor, Dozono Shoko, frequently criticizes him for his shortcomings. To escape his work troubles, Utsumi often sneaks away during the day to visit a nearby public bath and enjoy a beer. Even though he feels guilty, he can't resist the temptation to relax at the bathhouse during work hours. One day, he calls in with a fake urgent business matter and happily heads to the public bath. As he pays the entrance fee, changes out of his suit, and enters the bath, he finds a moment of peace and relief.

Wakako, with a discerning palate for alcohol, frequents different bars after work to indulge in solo drinking sessions. Regular patrons like the owner of "Airaku," a bartender, and Aoyagi often join Wakako during these outings.

Yanagiba Shun, the third heir of the renowned "Yanagiba Sushi" restaurant, steps up to lead the business due to his father's health issues. He approaches his father's former mentor to receive training and guidance.

Based on the manga "Wakako Zake" created by Shinkyu Chie.

The latest season follows the adventures of Murasaki Wakako, a working woman who explores different bars and savors her drinks in solitude

After retiring, Kasumi Takeshi is slowly adjusting to his new lifestyle

Usui Sachi, an office worker, seems to attract misfortune just like her name suggests. She is constantly busy with odd tasks at the events company where she is employed, leading her to rely on convenience store meals as a daily routine. One day, while at the convenience store, Sachi accidentally bumps into Karamaru Atsushi who takes her to a temple to make amends by treating her. Karamaru is in training to eventually run the temple. At the temple, Sachi meets the head priest Gendo and university student Ogi Takenori, who is there to learn about the temple's shojin cuisine. Through the meal, she learns about the importance of having proper meals. Inspired, Sachi attempts to cook at home for the first time in a long time, which leads to subtle changes in her daily life. This story is based on the manga by Kanemori Ayami.

Ikeda Yoshimi, a 28-year-old editor of a literary publication with a passion for otome games and attractive men, finds herself tasked with overseeing a gourmet magazine despite her struggle with consuming very small meals. Surprisingly, she discovers that her appetite increases when dining with handsome men, leading her to seek out "handsome rice" to enhance her dining experience. (Oricon)

Jun and Yoriko, who reside in the same apartment, are a couple with hectic work schedules. They cherish Sundays as the only day they can be together. Yoriko surprised Jun by deciding to try "smoke" cooking one day. The couple enjoyed preparing the food together, eagerly waiting for it to be ready, and happily eating together, relishing every moment they spend in each other's presence.

The story revolves around the connection between Enomura Haruka, a blunt and cruel writer of erotic novels, and Nakata Miruku, a lively and submissive manga artist, who admire each other's creations. Their relationship develops as they share a love for ordering tasty food through mail delivery. (News Yahoo)

The narrative follows a working woman facing challenges in cooking meals

Inspired by the delectable anime, Wakakozake introduces us to Murasaki Wakako, a 26-year-old office lady who has a passion for exquisite food and beverages. For her, unwinding means venturing out solo after work to explore different eateries and drink spots, even those she hasn't visited before. The instant Wakako experiences the delightful combination of her chosen dish and its ideal drink, she can't help but emit a joyful "Pshuuu." So, where shall we enjoy a drink this evening?

Inogashira Goro is still making his rounds to meet with customers and dine at various restaurants while on business trips across Japan for his import business. This information is inspired by Kusumi Masayuki's manga series "The Solitary Gourmet."

Inogashira Goro typically dines solo at intimate eateries, exploring new dining spots while also revisiting familiar ones.

Ino Mamako works as an English instructor at Ryuzan High School, known for its challenging environment in Japan. Feeling the need for a fresh start after nearly a decade in education, Ino seeks guidance from Ebisawa Yasuo, a dynamic professional who specializes in career changes. Unexpectedly, Ebisawa offers Ino a position as a career transition consultant. Teaming up with Taguchi Ryota, her colleague, Ino assists individuals in making significant shifts in their careers and improving their lives. (Anime News Network)

Inogashira Goro, a merchant who enjoys food and abstains from alcohol, continues his travels in Tokyo and its surroundings, meeting clients and exploring local food establishments. This time, he satisfies his craving for sweets by exploring various dessert and confectionery shops. (

The upcoming season will maintain the same style as the previous two seasons, showcasing a variety of desserts and light dishes that resonated well with viewers in the second season. Additionally, Kusumi will make a special appearance at the end of each episode to provide viewers with more insights.

Kashiwagi possesses a unique gift of foreseeing the fates of couples. Despite her own struggles in love, she is able to witness the different outcomes of relationships at the cafe where she works alongside Sano and Konno, who specialize in ending relationships. As Kashiwagi observes the varied endings of these relationships, she gains insight into the true meaning of love and learns valuable lessons that contribute to her personal growth.

Yoshimi Iida, a quiet office employee, eagerly anticipates Wednesdays without extra work so she can indulge in ordering gourmet food items from various regions through mail-order services and having them delivered by a courier

Inokashira Goro, a trader of imported products, travels to different cities for work. When his business meetings are over, he enjoys exploring shops and most of all, he looks forward to trying out local cuisine. This summer, he travels to Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture for work-related purposes. Taken from the manga "The Solitary Gourmet" by Kusumi Masayuki.

Inogashira Goro, the proprietor of an imported variety store, takes pleasure in dining alone and explores different eateries during breaks from work. Taken from the manga "The Solitary Gourmet" by Kusumi Masayuki.

Kichijoji is a well-liked town in Tokyo that has consistently been voted as the top choice for living. Shigeta, an established real estate agency run by the Sumita twins, Tomiko and Miyako, attracts dreamers hoping to reside in Kichijoji. Despite the high rent, small living spaces, and distance from the train station, people wonder why Kichijoji holds such appeal. Customers are surprised when the twins recommend other towns instead of Kichijoji, but after exploring these alternative locations, they find themselves unexpectedly drawn to them and ultimately decide to settle in a town they feel a connection to.

Bar Lemon Heart is back for another season, with the Master bartender tackling a customer's personal issues each week, all while impressing with his extensive expertise in wine and liquor.

Inogashira Goro is still exploring various eateries in Japan during his lunch breaks. This time, his culinary journey begins in Osaka. Taken from Kusumi Masayuki's manga series "The Solitary Gourmet" ( ).

Drawn from a manga inspired by real life events, Yamamoto Koji embarks on a journey across Japan on his motorcycle after leaving his job. His goal is to develop inner strength and find the courage to express his feelings to Eri.

Jirou Tamiyamaru, the main character, has a unique fascination with the art of eating that sets him apart from others. The comedic drama humorously showcases his struggles and quirks when it comes to dining etiquette compared to those around him. (ANN)

Inogashira Goro operates a business that specializes in imported general merchandise. He takes pleasure in dining alone and often frequents restaurants during breaks from work. This information was sourced from jdramas.wordpress.com and is inspired by the manga series "The Solitary Gourmet" by Kusumi Masayuki.

In today's fast-paced world, it is rare to find someone who would pause to climb a tree without shoes, watch the birds, enjoy splashing in puddles after a rainstorm, or return a shell to the ocean. The Walking Man depicts the journey of a contemporary Japanese businessman as he wanders aimlessly through the city streets of Japan, often in silence and solitude, with his colorful dreams that seem to freeze time.

Based on the manga series "The Solitary Gourmet" written by Kusumi Masayuki.

Kitami Yusaku is an actor in his middle years who leads a simple life in a small apartment. His daily routine consists of waking up, cooking breakfast, going to work for small roles, and returning home to watch TV before bed. Occasionally, his routine is disrupted by encounters with different people such as colleagues seeking advice, journalists interviewing him, old friends visiting from out of town, or former partners. These interactions often lead to shared meals and some emotional turmoil. This character is from the manga series "Tasogare Yusaku" by Abe Yaro.

Chiharu, an office worker who moved from Tokyo to Sapporo six months ago, has settled into a cozy bento shop called "Kumaben." One day, while exploring the area, she meets Yuu, a dedicated cook who uses his bento-making skills to help customers. Yuu's old friend Shohei, who works in the fashion industry, visits the shop and orders a bento described as "worthy of being a last meal." Chiharu and Yuu sense that Shohei may have hidden motives behind his words, leading them to investigate further.

Takamiya Susumu is employed as a corporate worker in the audit department of an insurance firm. As part of his job responsibilities, he frequently travels across the country for single-day business assignments using the high-speed Shinkansen train. During his visits to various locations, he enjoys exploring nearby eateries to procure delectable meals to take away. Upon his return journey on the Shinkansen train, he savors the purchased meals, viewing the train as a cozy izakaya where he can unwind with tasty food and beverages.

One day, Sakamoto Ryu, the owner of the well-established ramen restaurant "Karin", becomes concerned about the new budget-friendly ramen shop "Koike" that opens nearby

Inogashira Goro is an independent trader who manages his own business selling imported dry goods. He leads a simple and solitary life, enjoying his meals but abstaining from alcohol. Despite his reserved nature, Inogashira has a hearty appetite and takes pleasure in exploring different eateries during his travels. These restaurants are authentic places in Tokyo that serve the actual dishes featured in the manga series "The Solitary Gourmet" by Kusumi Masayuki and Taniguchi Jiro. (Amazon.com.au)

Toko operates a cozy eatery called Snack Kizutsuki. The establishment specializes in snacks and does not offer alcoholic beverages. She warmly greets patrons who may be burdened with emotional scars.

After a tragic incident, three former classmates from art school come together after a long time. They each have a unique connection to the deceased man, including his ex-girlfriend, the manager of a rugby club he belonged to, and his ex-boyfriend. As they navigate their own struggles, the trio starts meeting up and sharing meals. Oda Chiharu had landed her dream job as a designer but left due to workplace bullying. She now finds joy in cooking for others, while indulging in convenience store meals when alone. Nakamura Seiko works in the PR department of a cosmetics company and feels pressured by her family's belief that marriage is a must. Her engagement is abruptly called off by her fiancé, who also works in the same company. Amagai Eiji, who used to work as a designer in an advertising agency, is now feeling lost after being transferred to the sales department. He grapples with his identity as a gay man, which he has not yet disclosed to his parents.

A humorous and heartwarming blend of comedy and drama, focusing on the daily life of Akari Fudeya, a writer who has a passion for food, and her charming relationship with her niece and nephew

In the quiet hours of the evening, a chef at a cozy restaurant provides comfort to patrons with his flavorful creations. As a result, visitors flock to this nighttime spot to enjoy a meal and find solace in having their life challenges eased.

The narrative revolves around an enigmatic cook and his after-hours eatery that operates from midnight until dawn. Each night, the diner showcases the mundane tales of its customers as they converse and enjoy the signature dish.

Based on Aki Ranta's manga "Choi Tsuri Dandy" ( ).

Seino, a manga creator residing in Tokyo, suddenly becomes aware of numerous towns on the map that he has never encountered

Miya, a regular employee, resides in the lively urban area. At 26 years old, she is amicable and diligent in her job, even though she occasionally takes the fall for others without being able to defend herself. The routine and demanding nine-to-five job can be tedious, but Miya finds joy in her leisure time outside of work. Typically, unmarried Miya doesn't hurry home after finishing work. Instead, she deliberately strolls down a street filled with restaurants and dining places, sometimes stopping by her favorite spot to enjoy familiar tastes or experimenting with new dishes on a whim. After satisfying her hunger, she lets out a satisfied sigh. Such a woman, who appreciates life, is someone you'd want to sit beside and relish a meal with...

Based on the manga "Chocolat" by the author Kubonouchi Eisaku.

Daniel, an animal companion, was paired with the unique Grim Reaper named Momo. Unlike other grim reapers who wear black robes, Momo dresses in all white. Instead of showing indifference towards those she reaps, Momo sheds tears for their suffering. These are the tales of the individuals they are tasked with harvesting.

Ando Natsu, with aspirations of becoming a pastry chef, faces unemployment when the shop owner unexpectedly passes away. She travels to Tokyo in hopes of finding a job at a bakery, but discovers that the hiring period has already ended with no vacancies. It is during this time that she meets the renowned Japanese bakery "Mangetsudo" for the first time. The bakery is managed by the experienced pastry chefs Umekichi, Takezo, and Mitsuko, who are in need of a part-time employee. Through a series of fortunate events, Natsu secures a position at Mangetsudo. While her initial role is to assist customers, Natsu becomes intrigued by the world of Japanese sweets. Accustomed to working in cake shops, she finds everything at Mangetsudo to be fresh and captivating, gradually immersing herself in the intricacies of Japanese confectionery.

The narrative follows the daily routine of Hana, a 30-year-old newlywed, as she prepares simple and quick meals known as Zubora Meshi while her spouse is working in a different location. Zubora Meshi is a type of convenient and straightforward dish typically enjoyed by individuals cooking just for themselves.