Episode Guide
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Tan Men Ryu Kenzaki is a Yakuza boss who likes pan fried mini-wieners cut into the shape of an octopus. One night, while Kosuzu enjoys his rolled omelet, Ryu arrives at the diner and the two share their meals with the other. Through mutual respect and understanding, the two become friends; although Kosuzu would prefer a more romantic relationship. Featured dish: Tamagoyaki
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Corn Dog A childish fight over a fish-sausage corn dog leads to a schism between an Asakusa comedian and his now-famous former assistant.
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Tonteki An office worker who loves pork steaks knits sweaters for the men she adores, but her affections – and handiwork – are not always appreciated.
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Omelette Rice The shared love of fried rice omelets forms an intercultural bridge between a young Japanese physicist and a Korean girl.
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Egg Tofu A lonely little boy with only a gambler to take care of him hopes to make a connection with a bar girl over a mutual appreciation for egg tofu.
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Umeboshi and Plum Wine Upon finishing the last of his late mother's pickled plums, a man suddenly wonders what will become of his erotica after he passes away.
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Hot Pot for One A diner regular reunites with an old classmate who, despite a good upbringing, now works a menial job to support her troublesome nephew.
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Sautéed Yam A dish of sauteed Chinese yam rekindles the connection between a young wife and her former lover, with whom she shares a hidden professional past.
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Ham Cutlet A breaded ham cutlet brings back an elderly lawyer's memories of playing the board game Othello with his long-lost younger brother.
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New Year's Eve Noodles, Again As December comes to a close and the regulars gather at the diner, the Master takes a look back at his memories of the year.