Oishinbo
7.1
Quality Score
1.00 (Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
1,163
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
Oishinbo is a drama about newspaper reporters. The main character is a cynical food critic named Yamaoka. Oishinbo is a popular mainstream comic for adults in Japan. It is even mentioned in an episode of "Iron Chef." (Source: AniDB)
Audience Consensus
Oishinbo is a well-regarded gourmet anime and manga, especially in Japan, praised for its educational content and relatability. While not as widely known in the West, it offers valuable insights into Japanese and Asian cuisine and culture. The audience generally appreciates its unique storytelling approach, which focuses on learning and discernment rather than just competition.
Strengths
- Insight into Japanese and Asian cuisine.
- Educational storytelling.
- Relatability due to focus on learning alongside characters.
Weaknesses
- Relatively unknown in the western community.
- Some episodes can get silly.
Available on: YouTube (availability varies by region)