At last, a beautifully crafted series that should be able to touch people of all ages, from teenage girls to an oldie like me at 77.
The dialogue, settings, acting and theme are simple and authentic. However, it should carry a warning that there is no violence or bloodshed to hold the attention of those looking for the likes of today's action movies.
I am watching it almost immediately a second time round and enjoying the details I may have missed earlier. I am not Japanese, but I miss that lovely country...and and this series is a comfort.
I suggest that this is a 'must watch' series, in the vein of 'Midnight Diner', for anyone who visited Japan, likes Japanese food...and appreciates tradition that can still be maintained in this era that is actively focusing on destroying it.
The dialogue, settings, acting and theme are simple and authentic. However, it should carry a warning that there is no violence or bloodshed to hold the attention of those looking for the likes of today's action movies.
I am watching it almost immediately a second time round and enjoying the details I may have missed earlier. I am not Japanese, but I miss that lovely country...and and this series is a comfort.
I suggest that this is a 'must watch' series, in the vein of 'Midnight Diner', for anyone who visited Japan, likes Japanese food...and appreciates tradition that can still be maintained in this era that is actively focusing on destroying it.