Lunch no Akko-chan (2015)

Other name: ランチのアッコちゃん

Description:

Lunch no Akko-chan is an uplifting drama about Sawada Michiko, a heartbroken temporary staff member at a trading company trapped in a boring routine. Her life takes a sudden turn when her intimidating boss, Kurokawa Atsuko, makes a surprising proposal: exchange lunch with me. Powerless to refuse the feared Atsuko, also known as Akko-chan, Michiko reluctantly agrees. As they swap their midday meals, Michiko embarks on an unexpected culinary journey. Through these unique lunches, she discovers the profound impact of food on the soul and begins to transform her outlook on life. Meanwhile, Michiko starts to wonder about the mysterious boss behind this scheme. Atsuko is feared by her colleagues and possesses extensive contacts. What is her true character, and what are her real intentions? Follow Michiko as she finds healing, self-discovery, and the secrets of the enigmatic Akko-chan through the simple act of sharing food.

Producer: NHK

Director: Yuasa Hiroaki [湯浅弘章]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2015

Genre:Comedy; Food; Miniseries