Oishinbo
美味しんぼ
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About
Based on the comic by Tatsu Kariya. Featuring journalist Shiro Yamaoka who works for Touzai Shimbun. He is a cynical food critic who is tasked by the newspaper's owner, along with the young Yuko Kurita, to provide recipes for the "ultimate menu".
Cast
Koichi Sato
as Shiro Yamaoka
Michiko Hada
as Yuko Kurita
Kyooko Tooyama
as Satomi
Takashi Sasano
as Culture Department deputy director Tomii
Rentaro Mikuni
as Yuzan Kaibara
Toshio Shiba
as Mikawa
Mari Torigoe
as Noriko Hanamura
Mitsuru Hirata
as
Taro Ishida
as Chief editor Koizumi
Kuniyasu Atsumi
as
Hōsei Komatsu
as
Kōji Nanbara
as
Kazuyuki Senba
as Culture Department director Tanimura
Hideo Sunazuka
as
Ichirō Zaitsu
as Mantaro Kyogoku
Raita Ryu
as Nakagawa
Miyoko Akaza
as Hanamura restaurant proprietress
Kirin Kiki
as Tome
Nijiko Kiyokawa
as Masako Ido
Kunie Tanaka
as Tattsan
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Stream Oishinbo online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1996, it's earned a solid 6.5/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Oishinbo
Based on the comic by Tatsu Kariya. Featuring journalist Shiro Yamaoka who works for Touzai Shimbun. He is a cynical food critic who is tasked by the newspaper's owner, along with the young Yuko Kurita, to provide recipes for the "ultimate menu". Running 105 minutes.
Oishinbo Cast and Characters
The cast features Koichi Sato (as Shiro Yamaoka), Michiko Hada (as Yuko Kurita), Kyooko Tooyama (as Satomi), Takashi Sasano (as Culture Department deputy director Tomii), and Rentaro Mikuni (as Yuzan Kaibara). Their performances are a major reason Oishinbo has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Oishinbo NowWhy People Are Watching Oishinbo
Oishinbo flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Oishinbo online for free?
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How long is Oishinbo?
Oishinbo runs for 105 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Oishinbo good? What's the rating?
Oishinbo holds a 6.5/10 rating based on 2 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Oishinbo?
The main cast includes Koichi Sato, Michiko Hada, Kyooko Tooyama, and Takashi Sasano, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Oishinbo available in Japanese?
Yes — Oishinbo was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Oishinbo released?
Oishinbo was released in 1996.
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Where can I watch Oishinbo for free?
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What is Oishinbo about?
Oishinbo is a Drama film. Based on the comic by Tatsu Kariya. Featuring journalist Shiro Yamaoka who works for Touzai Shimbun. He is a cynical food critic who is tasked by the newspaper's owner, along with the young Yuko Kurita, to provide recipes for the "ultimate menu".
When was Oishinbo released?
Oishinbo was released on April 13, 1996. It has a runtime of 1h 45m. The film was produced by Hakuhodo.
Who stars in Oishinbo?
Oishinbo stars Koichi Sato, Michiko Hada, Kyooko Tooyama and Takashi Sasano. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Oishinbo available in HD?
Yes, Oishinbo is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.