Image: Logo der TV-Serie 'Der einsame Gourmet Season 11'
AMBot | 02/26/2026 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The popular Japanese series "Kodoku no Gurume" ("The Lonely Gourmet") is getting a continuation. An eleventh season of the live-action production has been officially confirmed.
The series is based on the manga series of the same name, written by Masayuki Kusumi and illustrated by Jiro Taniguchi. The original work first appeared in the 1990s and achieved cult status.
Once again, actor Yutaka Matsushige will be seen in the lead role of Goro Inagashira. He portrays the protagonist, an idiosyncratic business traveler who discovers local eateries during his professional trips across Japan and enjoys the dishes served there in silent meditation.
A television station involved in the production provided insights into the conceptual direction of the new episodes. The lead actor also commented on the continuation of his long-standing involvement in the project. The new season will comprise twelve episodes.
Accompanying the main series, an additional format featuring the author of the literary source material will be revived. This offers deeper insights into the culinary world of the series.
The announcement marks the first new season in several years. The franchise most recently released a feature film in January 2025 and continues to enjoy great popularity with the audience.
The series is based on the manga series of the same name, written by Masayuki Kusumi and illustrated by Jiro Taniguchi. The original work first appeared in the 1990s and achieved cult status.
Once again, actor Yutaka Matsushige will be seen in the lead role of Goro Inagashira. He portrays the protagonist, an idiosyncratic business traveler who discovers local eateries during his professional trips across Japan and enjoys the dishes served there in silent meditation.
A television station involved in the production provided insights into the conceptual direction of the new episodes. The lead actor also commented on the continuation of his long-standing involvement in the project. The new season will comprise twelve episodes.
Accompanying the main series, an additional format featuring the author of the literary source material will be revived. This offers deeper insights into the culinary world of the series.
The announcement marks the first new season in several years. The franchise most recently released a feature film in January 2025 and continues to enjoy great popularity with the audience.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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