Gimbap and Onigiri 2026
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- January 12, 2026
- Last Aired
- March 16, 2026
- Format
- 1 season · 10 eps
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E1 "Episode 1" (★ 7/10)
- Networks
- TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ
- Where to Stream
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
What is Gimbap and Onigiri?
Gimbap and Onigiri is a drama television series from Japan that originally aired as a standard series on TV Tokyo from January 12, 2026, to March 16, 2026. The 10-episode program falls under the food, romance, and drama genres, with each episode having a duration of 38 minutes.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2026
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 10
- First aired
- Jan 12, 2026
- Last aired
- Mar 16, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ, TV Osaka
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 10 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 10 episodes
- Status
- Ended
- Networks
- TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ, TV Osaka, TVh, TSC
Where to watch in United States
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 10 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Gimbap and Onigiri is a drama television series from Japan that originally aired as a standard series on TV Tokyo from January 12, 2026, to March 16, 2026. The 10-episode program falls under the food, romance, and drama genres, with each episode having a duration of 38 minutes. The story follows a disillusioned former college track star who works part-time at a diner. This restaurant worker meets a tired Korean animation student who is struggling to find housing in Japan. The two characters instantly connect and lead toward romance through an emotional moment involving handmade onigiri, or a rice ball. The cast of the television series features Eiji Akaso, Kang Hye-won, Mitsuru Fukikoshi, and Moon Ji-hoo. The series is rated TV-PG.
Should you watch it?
“A disillusioned former track star meets a tired Korean animation student in Japan.”
- Stars a notable cast including Eiji Akaso and Kang Hye-won.
- Explores a cross-cultural romance connected by handmade food.
- Consists of a standard series run of 10 episodes.
- It is a standard drama series which might not appeal to viewers looking for non-fiction content.
Watch it if you enjoy romantic drama series involving food and cross-cultural connections.
The tone is dramatic and romantic, presented across 10 standard episodes airing on TV Tokyo with a TV-PG rating.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 12, 2026
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jan 19, 2026
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jan 26, 2026
- E4 Episode 4 Core Feb 2, 2026
- E5 Episode 5 Core Feb 10, 2026
- E6 Episode 6 Core Feb 16, 2026
- E7 Episode 7 Core Feb 23, 2026
- E8 Episode 8 Core Mar 2, 2026
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Mar 9, 2026
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Mar 16, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Where to stream Gimbap and Onigiri?
The series originally aired on TV Tokyo.
Is Gimbap and Onigiri worth watching?
It features a romantic drama plot involving food, starring Eiji Akaso and Kang Hye-won.
What is the binge duration for Gimbap and Onigiri?
The series consists of 10 episodes with a duration of 38 minutes per episode.
What are the essential episodes of Gimbap and Onigiri?
The series aired weekly on Mondays from January 12, 2026, to March 16, 2026, across 10 standard episodes.
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