Food Wars! TV Series

About Food Wars!

Food Wars! is an anime series that premiered in 2015. Based on a serialized manga, the show follows the culinary trials and tribulations of teenager Sōma Yukihira. After his father’s restaurant is closed, Sōma is enrolled in the elite Totsuki Saryo Culinary Institute where he must test his cooking skills against a multitude of opponents.

Making / Production

The anime adaptation of Food Wars! was announced in October 2014 by Shueisha. The series was directed by Yoshitomo Yonetani at J.C.Staff and scripts were handled by Shogo Yasukawa. Each episode encapsulates the passion, creativity, and determination packed in this food adventure.

Actors

• Yoshitsugu Matsuoka who voices Sōma Yukihira, does an excellent job of capturing the character's creativity, passion and unyielding spirit.
• Risa Taneda plays Erina Nakiri, and brings alive her haughty attitude and hidden insecurities in a splendid way.
• Minami Takahashi, voicing Megumi Tadokoro, adeptly portrays her character's growth from timid and nervous to becoming one of the promising chefs in the show.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The manga sold over 20 million copies worldwide, paving the path for the animated series.
• The recipes featured in the series are designed by famous Japanese chefs.
• The show has been praised for its detailed and realistic depiction of cooking techniques and recipes.

Awards

The series won Best TV Animation at the Anime of the Year Awards 2016 held by Tokyo Anime Award Festival.

Quotes

• "The secret to becoming a great chef is..." - Soma Yukihira
• "Don't underestimate the gourmet food world!" - Erina Nakiri
• "I'll show you all that I've got!" - Megumi Tadokoro

Music, Soundtrack

• The opening theme, "Kibou no Uta" by Ultra Tower, perfectly captures the spirit and ambition of the series.
• "Spice", sung by Tokyo Karankoron, the ending theme, further enhances the warm mood of the series.
• The series' soundtrack has been praised for its diverse and fitting selection, enhancing the drama and tension during the cooking battles.