Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories
In an otherwise mundane diner open from midnight to 7 a.m., there is no menu – but the chef cooks anything his customers want. Each episode is about different a different customer, as they find simple yet profound connections with one another based on their shared love of a particular dish.
Seasons
1. Tan Men
Air Date: 2016-10-21
A specially prepared bowl of tanmen noodles leads a radio announcer to discover a secret about a beloved television show from his youth.
2. Corn Dog
Air Date: 2016-10-28
A childish fight over a fish-sausage corn dog leads to a schism between an Asakusa comedian and his now-famous former assistant.
3. Tonteki
Air Date: 2016-11-04
An office worker who loves pork steaks knits sweaters for the men she adores, but her affections – and handiwork – are not always appreciated.
4. Omelette Rice
Air Date: 2016-11-11
The shared love of fried rice omelets forms an intercultural bridge between a young Japanese physicist and a Korean girl.
5. Egg Tofu
Air Date: 2016-11-18
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.
6. Umeboshi and Plum Wine
Air Date: 2016-11-25
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.
7. Hot Pot for One
Air Date: 2016-12-02
A diner regular reunites with an old classmate who, despite a good upbringing, now works a menial job to support her troublesome nephew.
8. Sautéed Yam
Air Date: 2016-12-09
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.
9. Ham Cutlet
Air Date: 2016-12-16
A breaded ham cutlet brings back an elderly lawyer's memories of playing the board game Othello with his long-lost younger brother.
10. New Year's Eve Noodles, Again
Air Date: 2016-12-23
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.
1. Chicken Fried Rice
Air Date: 2019-10-31
Game designer Akai grew up in an orphanage. He finds solace in a chicken rice dish that also holds the key to reconnecting with his birth mother.
2. Fried Chicken Breast with Cheese
Air Date: 2019-10-31
Writer Yada and hostess Hikaru bond over their love of horoscopes and chicken cheese cutlet. Secretly, Yada tries to use the horoscopes to woo her.
3. Plum Rice Ball
Air Date: 2019-10-31
A retired old schoolteacher reconnects with his former student: diner regular Marilyn. Awkwardly, her high school nemesis also shows up.
4. Fried Chicken Wings
Air Date: 2019-10-31
In her mid-30s, Chizuru worries her modeling career is ending. An encounter with a high-powered fan gives her a chance to evaluate her priorities.
5. Yakisoba Dog
Air Date: 2019-10-31
Businessman Kotani is jubilant at his high school baseball team's success. His joy stirs up memories of his former best friend, the coach of the team.
6. Salmon and Mushrooms
Air Date: 2019-10-31
The Ueharas run a barbershop together. They seem happy, but when his wife goes on a trip, a beautiful kimono instructor catches Mr. Uehara's eye.
7. Kitsune Udon
Air Date: 2019-10-31
Two aspiring voice actresses stop by for lucky bowls of kitsune udon, but six months later, only one of them seems to have had any luck.
8. Curry Ramen
Air Date: 2019-10-31
A pachinko parlor employee and the middle school classmate he idolized seem to reconnect over curry ramen, but appearances can be deceiving.
9. Sweet Rolled Omelet
Air Date: 2019-10-31
A Mr. Lee shows up nightly, ordering rolled omelets every time. He turns out to be a film director fleeing from his own set and his father's legacy.
10. Crab and Toshikoshi Soba
Air Date: 2019-10-31
It's never too late for a fresh start. One year ends and another begins as familiar faces gather to celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Midnight Diner.
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Rating
7.7/10
Release Date
2016-10-21
Episodes
20 (2 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
MBS
AMUSE
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