Storyline: Yakitate!! Japan is a unique blend of culinary passion and shōnen-style rivalry, centering on Azuma Kazuma, a teenage baking prodigy with a dream: to create a national bread for Japan—aptly called Ja-pan. Born with “Solar Hands” (exceptionally warm hands ideal for kneading dough), Azuma’s talent shines as he joins the famous Pantasia Bakery.
From regional bake-offs to world-class tournaments, Azuma and his quirky teammates face outrageous competitors and challenges where each loaf could mean victory or defeat. With intense bread battles, wild reactions, and heartfelt ambition, this series is a deliciously entertaining mix of comedy, culinary art, and determination.
Details:
Genre: Comedy | Culinary | Shōnen | Slice of Life
Episodes: 69
Release Date: October 12, 2004
Studio: Sunrise
Audio: Japanese
Subtitles: English
Source: Based on the manga by Takashi Hashiguchi (Serialized in Weekly Shōnen Sunday)