Episode 1 - Tan Men
October 21, 2016
• 24 minutes
A specially prepared bowl of tanmen noodles leads a radio announcer to discover a secret about a beloved television show from his youth.
Episode 2 - Corn Dog
October 28, 2016
• 24 minutes
A childish fight over a fish-sausage corn dog leads to a schism between an Asakusa comedian and his now-famous former assistant.
Episode 3 - Tonteki
November 4, 2016
• 24 minutes
An office worker who loves pork steaks knits sweaters for the men she adores, but her affections – and handiwork – are not always appreciated.
Episode 4 - Omelette Rice
November 11, 2016
• 24 minutes
The shared love of fried rice omelets forms an intercultural bridge between a young Japanese physicist and a Korean girl.
Episode 5 - Egg Tofu
November 18, 2016
• 24 minutes
A lonely little boy with only a gambler to take care of him hopes to make a connection with a bar girl over a mutual appreciation for egg tofu.
Episode 6 - Umeboshi and Plum Wine
November 25, 2016
• 24 minutes
Upon finishing the last of his late mother's pickled plums, a man suddenly wonders what will become of his erotica after he passes away.
Episode 7 - Hot Pot for One
December 2, 2016
• 24 minutes
A diner regular reunites with an old classmate who, despite a good upbringing, now works a menial job to support her troublesome nephew.
Episode 8 - Sautéed Yam
December 9, 2016
• 24 minutes
A dish of sauteed Chinese yam rekindles the connection between a young wife and her former lover, with whom she shares a hidden professional past.
Episode 9 - Ham Cutlet
December 16, 2016
• 24 minutes
A breaded ham cutlet brings back an elderly lawyer's memories of playing the board game Othello with his long-lost younger brother.
Episode 10 - New Year's Eve Noodles, Again
December 23, 2016
• 24 minutes
As December comes to a close and the regulars gather at the diner, the Master takes a look back at his memories of the year.
Episode 1 - Chicken Fried Rice
October 31, 2019
• 25 minutes
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.
Episode 2 - Fried Chicken Breast with Cheese
October 31, 2019
• 24 minutes
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.
Episode 3 - Plum Rice Ball
October 31, 2019
• 24 minutes
A retired old schoolteacher reconnects with his former student: diner regular Marilyn. Awkwardly, her high school nemesis also shows up.
Episode 4 - Fried Chicken Wings
October 31, 2019
• 25 minutes
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.
Episode 5 - Yakisoba Dog
October 31, 2019
• 24 minutes
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.
Episode 6 - Salmon and Mushrooms
October 31, 2019
• 25 minutes
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.
Episode 7 - Kitsune Udon
October 31, 2019
• 26 minutes
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.
Episode 8 - Curry Ramen
October 31, 2019
• 26 minutes
A pachinko parlor employee and the middle school classmate he idolized seem to reconnect over curry ramen, but appearances can be deceiving.
Episode 9 - Sweet Rolled Omelet
October 31, 2019
• 25 minutes
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.
Episode 10 - Crab and Toshikoshi Soba
October 31, 2019
• 27 minutes
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.