Series synopsis
Osen, also known as おせん is a Japanese comedy television series that premiered on Nippon TV on April 22, 2008. It ended on June 24, 2008. It was created by Shizuka Oishi. It stars Osamu Mukai, Hiroki Uchi, Yu Aoi and Tetta Sugimoto.
Handa Sen is the "okami" (proprietress) of a long-standing restaurant in one of Tokyo's lower districts. Though she is normally airheaded and loves to drink, she has an impressive mastery of a wide range of skills, from cooking to ceramics to calligraphy. While the drama follows various events surrounding the restaurant, one of the series' highlights is its illustration of Japanese food and culture.
Premise
Handa Sen is the "okami" (proprietress) of a long-standing restaurant in one of Tokyo's lower districts. Though she is normally airheaded and loves to drink, she has an impressive mastery of a wide range of skills, from cooking to ceramics to calligraphy. While the drama follows various events surrounding the restaurant, one of the series' highlights is its illustration of Japanese food and culture.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Osamu Mukai as Tomekitchi
- Hiroki Uchi as Yoshio Ezaki
- Yu Aoi as Sen Handa
- Tetta Sugimoto as Seiji Fushijiro
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 10 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | April 22, 2008 | June 24, 2008 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Natural Okami vs. Microwave Queen | April 22, 2008 |
| 2 | Battle of Okamis!! Hellish Miso Making | April 29, 2008 |
| 3 | The Secret of the Famous Tororo Rice | May 6, 2008 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Nippon TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 22, 2008 |
| Last aired | June 24, 2008 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | Ended |