Yakiniku Dragon (2018)

Other name: 焼肉ドラゴン, 용길이네 곱창집, 야키니쿠 드래곤, Yakiniku Doragon, Yong Gil's Gopchang House

Description:

Step back into 1970s Kansai, Japan, a vibrant era of high economic growth and the Osaka World Expo. Yakiniku Dragon centers on Yong Gil, a resilient Korean immigrant who, despite losing his arm and hometown after the war, maintains a remarkably cheerful outlook. He and his wife pour their hearts into their small, bustling Yakiniku Dragon restaurant, a beloved local hub constantly filled with regulars, including the childhood friend of their oldest daughter. Yong Gil proudly raises his three daughters, who share an unbreakable bond. Yet, as the dynamic 1970s progress, bringing societal shifts and new opportunities, the family's strong ties and enduring spirit are put to the test. This compelling drama beautifully portrays a family navigating their identity and future in a rapidly changing Japan.

Director: Wishing Chong [てい よしのぶ]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Drama; Historical; Romance