7.7/10104 votes#1 - Mid-Day Beer at a Restaurant
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.8/1097 votes#2 - The Demoness’s Ramen
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/1089 votes#3 - Mackerel in the Morning
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.1/1083 votes#4 - Yakiniku Her Way
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/17/2017
Shizuko asks Kasumi to give their college-aged niece Masako career advice. He takes her out to dinner but has trouble controlling the conversation.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/1071 votes#5 - Bento Lunch on Set
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/1064 votes#6 - Lunch at an Old-Fashioned Café
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/1066 votes#7 - Umbrellas at the Dinner Counter
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 3/17/2017
After receiving a clean bill of health, Kasumi decides to celebrate by dining and drinking at a beaten-down but cozy izakaya gastropub.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1059 votes#8 - Pasta the Samurai Way
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/17/2017
Kasumi is concerned about how a new pair of sunglasses makes him look. Lunch at a high-class Italian restaurant makes the problem worse.
Director: Tadaaki Horai
Writer: N/A
7.6/1058 votes#9 - Croquettes of the Heart
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/17/2017
While out running an errand for Shizuko, Kasumi spots a simple but delicious treat that brings back happy memories of his childhood.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.1/1065 votes#10 - The White-Haired Knight
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.9/1056 votes#11 - Anniversary Oden
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/17/2017
Kasumi surprises Shizuko with an anniversary outing and dinner. After ordering, he worries that she's disappointed by his unambitious menu selections.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.1/1060 votes#12 - A Memory of Hashed Beef and Rice
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/17/2017
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
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!
Recent retiree Takeshi rediscovers his passion for food and life by getting in touch with his inner warrior and eating what he truly desires.
Genre:Comedy
Network:Netflix
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Mid-Day Beer at a Restaurant" is the best rated episode of "Samurai Gourmet" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 104 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/17/2017. This episode is rated 0.9 points higher than the second-best, "The Demoness’s Ramen".