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The Best Episodes of Samurai Gourmet Season 1

Every episode of Samurai Gourmet Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Samurai Gourmet Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Samurai Gourmet Season 1

Recent retiree Takeshi rediscovers his passion for food and life by getting in touch with his inner warrior and eating what he truly desires.

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  1. 8.3/10(90 votes)

    #1 - Mackerel in the Morning

    S1:E3

    After a board game session with an old friend goes late, Kasumi decides to spend the night by himself at a local seaside bed-and-breakfast.

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  2. 8.3/10(67 votes)

    #2 - Umbrellas at the Dinner Counter

    S1:E7

    After receiving a clean bill of health, Kasumi decides to celebrate by dining and drinking at a beaten-down but cozy izakaya gastropub.

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  3. 8.2/10(61 votes)

    #3 - A Memory of Hashed Beef and Rice

    S1:E12

    Looking through old photos, Kasumi is struck by a desire to visit a beloved restaurant he had frequented years ago. But when he gets there, it's gone.

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  4. 8.1/10(84 votes)

    #4 - Yakiniku Her Way

    S1:E4

    Shizuko asks Kasumi to give their college-aged niece Masako career advice. He takes her out to dinner but has trouble controlling the conversation.

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  5. 8.1/10(66 votes)

    #5 - The White-Haired Knight

    S1:E10

    Left on his own for dinner, Kasumi wanders the neighborhood to find a suitable place. He settles on a yakitori restaurant with a gruff chef.

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  6. 7.9/10(57 votes)

    #6 - Anniversary Oden

    S1:E11

    Kasumi surprises Shizuko with an anniversary outing and dinner. After ordering, he worries that she's disappointed by his unambitious menu selections.

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  8. 7.8/10(104 votes)

    #7 - Mid-Day Beer at a Restaurant

    S1:E1

    Unsure what to do with his newfound freedom, Kasumi takes a stroll around the neighbourhood and discovers a local diner he's never been to before.

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  9. 7.8/10(65 votes)

    #8 - Lunch at an Old-Fashioned Café

    S1:E6

    A search for a book leads Kasumi to an area of town he hasn't been to in years. He decides to read in a café, but only a "pure" one will do.

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  10. 7.7/10(72 votes)

    #9 - Bento Lunch on Set

    S1:E5

    Kasumi is excited for his first job as an extra and can't wait for the free lunch that comes with the position. But delays keep him waiting for hours.

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  11. 7.7/10(59 votes)

    #10 - Croquettes of the Heart

    S1:E9

    While out running an errand for Shizuko, Kasumi spots a simple but delicious treat that brings back happy memories of his childhood.

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  12. 7.6/10(60 votes)

    #11 - Pasta the Samurai Way

    S1:E8

    Kasumi is concerned about how a new pair of sunglasses makes him look. Lunch at a high-class Italian restaurant makes the problem worse.

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    Director:Tadaaki Horai
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  13. 6.8/10(98 votes)

    #12 - The Demoness’s Ramen

    S1:E2

    At Shizuko's suggestion, Kasumi decides to take up walking as a hobby. Soon he's hungry for ramen, but the popular places are too crowded.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Mackerel in the Morning" is the best rated episode of "Samurai Gourmet" season 1. It scored 8.3/10 based on 90 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/17/2017. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Umbrellas at the Dinner Counter".