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Mister Ajikko

1987·Show
99Episodes in1Season·NR
65
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High energy.

Energy

Spectacular and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Uplifting and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Some absurdist humor and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Sports, everyday modern life, and growing up

  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Mister Ajikko is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Daisuke Terasawa about a young boy cook. It was later adapted into anime series, produced by TV Tokyo and Sunrise. This show was broadcast from October 8, 1987 to September 28, 1989 with a total of 99 episodes. One of the earliest cooking/battle related manga and anime of its kind, there are some indications that this series is the inspiration for the live action competitive cooking show, Iron Chef.
Culinary ShonenCompetitive CookingNostalgic 80s AnimeHyperbolic Food ReactionsComing-of-Age StoryWholesome RivalriesVisual Spectacle of CuisineDetermination and GritFamily LegacyComfort Watch

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Is Mister Ajikko worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mister Ajikko rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How many seasons does Mister Ajikko have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 99 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

When did Mister Ajikko air?

It ran from 1987 to 1989 and has ended.

What language is Mister Ajikko in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Mister Ajikko?

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