Oishinbo: Nichibei Kome Sensou
Oishinbo: The Japan-America Rice War / 美味しんぼ 日米コメ戦争 / Oishinbo: Nichibei Kome Senso
| Genres: Comedy, Gourmet, Seinen, Slice of Life | |
| Demographics: Seinen | |
| Studios: Shin-Ei Animation | |
| Producers: Nippon Television Network | |
| Rating: 6.19 / 10 | |
| Rank: #9078 | |
| Popularity: #14451 | |
| Users Listed: 1,052 | |
| Users Scored: 285 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 02/04/2024 | |
| Aired: December 3, 1993 (Fall) | |
| Type: Tv Special | |
| Source: manga | |
| Age Rating: PG 13 | |
| Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
The renowned culinary rivals of Oishinbo find themselves unexpectedly drawn into a complex political landscape. Away from the kitchen, they navigate the contentious issue of American rice imports, where economic interests clash between a determined Californian Senator and a steadfast Japanese politician. The series explores the intricate relationship between food, politics, and agricultural practices. Beyond the immediate conflict, it delves into the broader environmental concerns surrounding pesticide use in both nations' farming systems. This installment presents a thoughtful examination of global trade and its impact, subtly weaving together cultural perspectives with practical considerations, all viewed through the lens of familiar characters adapting to an unfamiliar arena. It offers a nuanced exploration of interdependence and responsibility within a world increasingly shaped by international relations.
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Characters:
- Kurita, Yuuko (Main) - Voice Actors: Shou, Mayumi
- Yamaoka, Shirou (Main) - Voice Actors: Inoue, Kazuhiko
- Chairman Oohara (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Saka, Osamu
- Chief Tanimura (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Shima, Shunsuke
- Hanamura, Noriko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sakuma, Rei
- Kaibara, Yuuzan (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Otsuka, Chikao
- Tabata, Kinue (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Mayama, Ako
- Tomii, Tomio (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Aomori, Shin
Staff:
- Takeuchi, Yoshio (Director)
- Yamauchi, Tomio (Episode Director)
- Funayama, Motoki (Theme Song Arrangement)
- MIKA (Theme Song Performance)
- Matsumoto, Toshiaki (Theme Song Composition)
- Nakamura, Yuma (Theme Song Performance)
- Hanasaki, Akira (Original Character Design)
- Hashimoto, Junichi (In-Between Animation)
- Hattori, Masumi (In-Between Animation)
- Ishida, Keiichi (In-Between Animation)
- Kariya, Tetsu (Original Creator)
- Kojima, Masao (Key Animation)
- Matsuda, Akihiko (Sound Effects)
- Matsumoto, Hiroshi (In-Between Animation)
- Miyake, Kiyotaka (Editing)
- Mizushima, Tsutomu (Assistant Director)
- Morimoto, Hirofumi (In-Between Animation)
- Murai, Hideaki (Editing)
- Nakaba, Yumiko (Editing)
- Ootani, Kazuo (Music)
- Shigematsu, Shinichi (In-Between Animation)
- Takada, Sachiyo (In-Between Animation)
- Taniguchi, Kumiko (Director of Photography)
- Uehara, Shouichi (Special Effects)
- Yanagino, Tatsuo (Key Animation)
Related Anime/Manga:
- Oishinbo: Kyuukyoku tai Shikou, Chouju Ryouri Taiketsu!! (anime - Prequel)