Overview

Set in an old prestigious ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant) in a small town in the center of Tokyo, a young itamae (cook for Japanese dishes) struggles his life, love and work while the long-lasted ryotei and the beloved old town face the change to survive the time. This heartwarming drama shows the intimate relationship of the community that has been lost nowadays, asks what the most important things in your life is, and tells how difficult it is to make a decision. The story is told in the form of a letter from him to his unknown father with lots of humor and love.

Cast

Kazunari Ninomiya, Meisa Kuroki, Tatsuo Umemiya, Reiko Takashima, Saki Fukuda, You Yokoyama, Kayoko Kishimoto, Kaoru Yachigusa

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What is "Dear Father" about?

Set in an old prestigious ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant) in a small town in the center of Tokyo, a young itamae (cook for Japanese dishes) struggles his life, love and work while the long-lasted ryotei and the beloved old town face the change to survive the time. This heartwarming drama shows the intimate relationship of the community that has been lost nowadays, asks what the most important things in your life is, and tells how difficult it is to make a decision. The story is told in the form of a letter from him to his unknown father with lots of humor and love.

When was "Dear Father" released?

Dear Father was released in 2007.

Who stars in "Dear Father"?

The cast includes Kazunari Ninomiya, Meisa Kuroki, Tatsuo Umemiya, Reiko Takashima.

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