TV-Series
Description
"Hibi wa Sugiredo Meshi Umashi" centers on the daily life of Sugiredo, a young man who works as a chef in a small, traditional Japanese restaurant. The narrative unfolds in a quiet town, where Sugiredo’s culinary skills and dedication to his craft become the focal point of the story. Each episode explores his interactions with customers, colleagues, and the local community, highlighting how food serves as a bridge between people and emotions.

The series delves into Sugiredo’s meticulous approach to cooking, emphasizing his respect for ingredients and traditional techniques. His dishes often reflect the seasons and the personal stories of those who visit the restaurant. Through these interactions, the show portrays the impact of food on relationships, memories, and cultural identity. Supporting characters, such as the restaurant owner, fellow staff members, and regular patrons, add depth to the narrative, each contributing their own perspectives and experiences tied to the meals Sugiredo prepares.

Themes of perseverance, tradition, and human connection are woven throughout the series. Sugiredo’s journey is not just about perfecting his craft but also about understanding the role of food in bringing people together. The episodic structure allows for a variety of stories, ranging from heartwarming moments to reflective insights, all tied together by the central motif of cooking and its significance in everyday life. The series maintains a grounded tone, focusing on the simplicity and beauty of ordinary moments, making it a contemplative and relatable exploration of culinary artistry and its place in human experience.
Information
Food for the Soul
日々は過ぎれど飯うまし
Food for the Soul
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 12
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 04/12/2025
Categories
Genre
Everyday DramaComedy
Settings
School
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Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Shinya Kawatsura
    Yū Harumi
  • Music
    Hiromi Mizutani
  • Original Character Design
  • Chief Animation Director
    Hajime Mitsuda
    Ayaka Kashiwagi
    Zhuyin Lin
  • Script
    Nanami Hoshino
    Yoshihiro Hiki
  • Episode Director
    Yoshihide Kuriyama
    Tomoaki Ohta
    Shigeki Awai
    Masanori Takahashi
    Masanori Miyata
    Ryōsuke Azuma
    Mizuki Iwata
    Tomoaki Yamashita
    Yū Harumi
    Akira Takahashi
    Kenya Ueno
    Yuki Kanamori
  • Art Director
    Junichi Higashi
    Noriko Kataoka
  • 3D Director
    Motonari Ichikawa
  • Producer
    Mitsuhito Tsuji
    Yosuke Toba
  • Series Composition
    Yoshihiro Hiki
  • Original story
  • Character Design
    Hajime Mitsuda
  • Sound Director
    Takeshi Takadera
  • Storyboard
    Junichi Sakata
    Shinya Kawatsura
    Masayoshi Nishida
    Yoshiyuki Asai
    Daisuke Matsuki
    Noriyoshi Sasaki
    Masanori Miyata
    Tomomi Umetsu
    Shogo Teramoto
    Yū Harumi
    Mashami Watanabe
  • Unit Director
    Shogo Teramoto
    Shū Honma
  • Animation Director
    Masashi Wakayama
    Masaki Kawai
    Shin Tanoue
    Yu Ogasawara
    Kazumi Ono
    Asuka Kojima
    Hajime Mitsuda
    Chao Xu
    Yu Seon Kim
    Sang Jin Lee
    Rina Kitahara
    Seong Jin Ho
    Yue Chen
    Xiao Chuan Zhao
    Moe Fujii
    Ayaka Kashiwagi
    Shōta Yoshida
    Mirai Tanaka
    mono
    Jae Min Lee
    Rika Inoue
    Daichi Nakashima
    Shogo Teramoto
    Shigeno Ōno
    Magho
    Kengo
    Ling Ling Chen
    Atelier Gokujou
    Jong Man Lee
    Rémi Demoulin
    Tsutomu Ōno
    Paul Stiffman
    Hai Hua Jiang
    Madeline
    Erisa Yamamoto
    Cheng Shang Li
    Zhuyin Lin
    Romulo
    SENA 8ito
    Marurin
    Tanpaku
    eeqa
  • Director of Photography
    Yōichirō Satō
Production
  • Animation Production
    P.A. Works