E1 - Chicken Fried Rice

Aired: October 31, 2019

Game designer Akai grew up in an orphanage. He finds solace in a chicken rice dish that also holds the key to reconnecting with his birth mother.

E2 - Fried Chicken Breast with Cheese

Aired: October 31, 2019

Writer Yada and hostess Hikaru bond over their love of horoscopes and chicken cheese cutlet. Secretly, Yada tries to use the horoscopes to woo her.

E3 - Plum Rice Ball

Aired: October 31, 2019

A retired old schoolteacher reconnects with his former student: diner regular Marilyn. Awkwardly, her high school nemesis also shows up.

E4 - Fried Chicken Wings

Aired: October 31, 2019

In her mid-30s, Chizuru worries her modeling career is ending. An encounter with a high-powered fan gives her a chance to evaluate her priorities.

E5 - Yakisoba Dog

Aired: October 31, 2019

Businessman Kotani is jubilant at his high school baseball team's success. His joy stirs up memories of his former best friend, the coach of the team.

E6 - Salmon and Mushrooms

Aired: October 31, 2019

The Ueharas run a barbershop together. They seem happy, but when his wife goes on a trip, a beautiful kimono instructor catches Mr. Uehara's eye.

E7 - Kitsune Udon

Aired: October 31, 2019

Two aspiring voice actresses stop by for lucky bowls of kitsune udon, but six months later, only one of them seems to have had any luck.

E8 - Curry Ramen

Aired: October 31, 2019

A pachinko parlor employee and the middle school classmate he idolized seem to reconnect over curry ramen, but appearances can be deceiving.

E9 - Sweet Rolled Omelet

Aired: October 31, 2019

A Mr. Lee shows up nightly, ordering rolled omelets every time. He turns out to be a film director fleeing from his own set and his father's legacy.

E10 - Crab and Toshikoshi Soba

Aired: October 31, 2019

It's never too late for a fresh start. One year ends and another begins as familiar faces gather to celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Midnight Diner.