Dear Father
拝啓、父上様
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About
Set in an old prestigious ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant) in a small town in the center of Tokyo, a young itamae (cook for Japanese dishes) struggles his life, love and work while the long-lasted ryotei and the beloved old town face the change to survive the time. This heartwarming drama shows the intimate relationship of the community that has been lost nowadays, asks what the most important things in your life is, and tells how difficult it is to make a decision. The story is told in the form of a letter from him to his unknown father with lots of humor and love.
Cast
Kazunari Ninomiya
as Tahara Ippei
Meisa Kuroki
as Shoujo
Tatsuo Umemiya
as Komiya Ryuuji
Reiko Takashima
as Tahara Yukino
Saki Fukuda
as Sakashita Eri
You Yokoyama
as Nakagawa Tokio
Kayoko Kishimoto
as Sakashita Ritsuko
Kaoru Yachigusa
as Sakashita Yumeko
Katsumi Takahashi
as Sakashita Tamotsu
Tae Kimura
as Yukiha
Eiji Okuda
as Tsuyama
Yutaka Matsushige
as Hanjiro
Seasons
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Stream Dear Father online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama series originally produced in Japanese and released in 2007, it's earned a solid 8.3/10 from 3 viewers worldwide.
About Dear Father
Set in an old prestigious ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant) in a small town in the center of Tokyo, a young itamae (cook for Japanese dishes) struggles his life, love and work while the long-lasted ryotei and the beloved old town face the change to survive the time. This heartwarming drama shows the intimate relationship of the community that has been lost nowadays, asks what the most important things in your life is, and tells how difficult it is to make a decision. The story is told in the form of a letter from him to his unknown father with lots of humor and love. Across 1 season and 11 episodes, originally airing on Fuji TV.
Dear Father Cast and Characters
The cast features Kazunari Ninomiya (as Tahara Ippei), Meisa Kuroki (as Shoujo), Tatsuo Umemiya (as Komiya Ryuuji), Reiko Takashima (as Tahara Yukino), and Saki Fukuda (as Sakashita Eri). Their performances are a major reason Dear Father has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Dear Father Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch Dear Father free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full series in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch Dear Father NowWhy People Are Watching Dear Father
There's a reason Dear Father keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. 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 show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dear Father
Where can I watch Dear Father online for free?
You can watch Dear Father online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Dear Father have?
Dear Father has 11 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Dear Father good? What's the rating?
Dear Father holds a 8.3/10 rating based on 3 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Dear Father?
The main cast includes Kazunari Ninomiya, Meisa Kuroki, Tatsuo Umemiya, and Reiko Takashima, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Dear Father available in Japanese?
Yes — Dear Father 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 Dear Father released?
Dear Father first aired in 2007.
Do I need an account to watch Dear Father on Bowood.TV?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Dear Father for free?
You can watch Dear Father online for free on Bowood.TV. All 11 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Dear Father have?
Dear Father currently has 1 season and a total of 11 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Dear Father about?
Set in an old prestigious ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant) in a small town in the center of Tokyo, a young itamae (cook for Japanese dishes) struggles his life, love and work while the long-lasted ryotei and the beloved old town face the change to survive the time. This heartwarming drama shows the intimate relati… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Dear Father originally available?
Dear Father was originally produced in JA. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Dear Father first released?
Dear Father first premiered on January 11, 2007 (2007). The series has since concluded its run.
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