The upcoming live-action movie adaptation of the popular manga “Kodoku no Gourmet” (Solitary Gourmet) has announced new cast members, adding to the excitement surrounding the film. The film, based on the manga by Masayuki Kusumi and Jiro Taniguchi, is set to open on January 10, with a screening at the Tokyo International Film Festival as well.
### New Cast Members
The latest additions to the cast include Joe Odagiri, who will play the proprietor of the Chinese noodle restaurant Sincérité, Yuki Uchida as Shiho, a woman living in a community of South Koreans that the main character, Gorō, encounters, and Hayato Isomura as Nakagawa, a young man who assists Gorō on his culinary adventures. Anne will portray Chiaki Matsuo, the daughter of Gorō’s ex-girlfriend Sayuki, and Sansei Shiomi will play Chiaki’s grandfather Ichirō Matsuo. Takehiro Murata rounds out the new cast as Takiyama, Gorō’s work colleague.
### Storyline and Characters
The “Solitary Gourmet” series follows the journey of Gorō Inagashira, a solitary salesman who travels across Japan sampling local cuisine. The film will continue this theme, highlighting Gorō’s culinary experiences on the streets of Japan. The movie is part of the Kodoku no Gourmet Project, celebrating the series’ long history on TV Tokyo.
### Legacy and Spin-Off Series
The original manga was serialized from 1994 to 1996 and has since inspired various adaptations, including a live-action series and a mini-series. The franchise also includes an upcoming omnibus series titled “Sorezore no Kodoku no Gourmet” (To Each Their Own Solitary Gourmet), which will explore different characters’ culinary journeys alongside Gorō.
### Creative Team
Yutaka Matsushige, who plays the lead role of Gorō in the series, is also directing the film, co-writing it with Yoshihiro Taguchi. The film promises to capture the essence of the manga and bring Gorō’s adventures to life on the big screen.
### Conclusion
With the addition of new cast members and the promise of an engaging storyline, the live-action adaptation of “Kodoku no Gourmet” is shaping up to be a must-watch for fans of the manga and food enthusiasts alike. Stay tuned for more updates as the film’s release date approaches, and be prepared to embark on a culinary journey with Gorō Inagashira.
