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I'm glad I finished early my meeting regarding interiors...

Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture

...but I'm stuck in this residential area.

My next work is at the nearby town of Hibarigaoka...

...but there's three hours left.

Hmm~. How to kill this idle time?

Huh? Inogashira-san. What happened?

Oh, (Company) Pres. Takeda! Thank you for meeting me earlier.

Thank you as well.

Oh, is this your office?

Yes. I'm sorry. The actual site (of the interior job) is just near (from where we met earlier).

It's okay.

Oh, by the way, my wife told me, she's ordering pizza today.

Would you care to join us?

Pizza? That would be nice.

Kumiko!

Pizza...

Have you ordered the pizza?

An hour!?

An hour!

It will take an hour!?

Pizza... an hour!

Will arrive in an hour...?

Now that I've pictured it... I'm suddenly...

...feeling ...hungry!

Okay. Let's look for a shop as soon as possible.

About the pizza...

Sorry, I left something behind. Thank you for today.

Oh, Inogashira-san, if it's the bus stop, it's on the other side.

Let's see... first, I can't get out of this residential area...

I've reached the end of the street, now what?

Oh, an unagi shop!

Smell check... None.

'Cause it's still 11 o'clock.

What's over there?

A pizza place! Shoot...

It only does deliveries.

What's this?

Udon shop?

On the first floor of a condominium building.

There's a nice charm to it.

This attached thatched roof.

The colors of the sign curtain and area.

FUJI

*art of simplicity and subdued elegance The wabisabi* aesthetics of the wooden sliding door.

I can sense there's something to this shop.

Okay. Let's follow our instincts.

Welcome!

Oh, hello.

MATSUSHIGE YUTAKA INOGASHIRA GORO

Regardless of time or society...

When someone indulges in satisfying his hunger...

...he will become selfish and liberated for a moment.

Without being disturbed by anyone...

It's that time already Oh dear

...to eat freely is an act of aloofness.

Be patient Calmly read the menu

This act is the best comfort given...

It's like a new history ...is engraved in my stomach.

...equally to every man.

... SUBS PRESENTS

K O D O K U N O G U R U M E

Ep. 4: "Meat Soup Udon of Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture, and Castella Pancakes of Hibarigaoka, Nishitokyo"

Sorry but are you open?

Yes, we are.

Come in, come in. Over here's spacious so please sit here.

SUBTITLES BY ....

Sorry.

Okay, please come inside.

Thank you.

Yes, please have a seat.

Here you are.

Somehow, it feels like I've come to the countryside.

A small foot-stomped-udon shop at a certain building in town.

I like it.

(Soup flavors are) tempura, curry, meat, mixed veggies.

Hotate (Japanese scallops), how unusual.

I guess here, I should seize the No. 1 (bestseller).

Menu List of Udon & Mori Udon Flavors: Curry, Meat (No. 1 Bestseller), Meat Mushroom (No. 2), Assorted Veggies, Hotate, Duck

For noodles, choose from medium, large, and extra large servings.

Extra Large (3x) Large (2x) Medium Large (1.5x)

Wha--, it's three times straight away.

Omusubi (rice ball)... I lo~ve hearing that word.

Omusubi (Ume, Konbu, Okaka, Agedama-Sesame Seeds) Tem-Musu (Recommended) Raw Egg Flavored Boiled Egg Tempura (Kakiage)

*bits of fried tempura batter (Rice ball fillings include:) Ume, Konbu, Agedama* with Sesame Seeds...

HONEYED UME ¥200 Manager & Staff's Favorite 8% Salt Using Kishu Nankou Ume

Honeyed Ume... They don't play around with their omusubi.

Welcome.

Kimura-san, you're early today.

'Cause I missed breakfast today.

Meat Mori Udon, with large serving for the meat.

Extra order of Curry Dipping Sauce.

Large order of Meat Mori with extra curry dipping soup.

Extra order of dipping soup?

You can do that here, huh.

And... Give me Tem-Musu too.

Yep got it.

Flavored Egg too.

Flavored Egg, right? Okay, thank you...

Then...

Excuse me.

Yes?

Are you ready to order?

Yes, go ahead.

Meat Mori Udon and can I have Assorted Veggies for additional dipping soup?

Yes, for dipping soup, you want both the Meat, and Assorted Veggies, right?

Yes.

Would you like extra noodles?

On weekdays, noodles are on discount until 2 pm; all the same price up to the large serving.

Then...

Medium large, please.

Okay.

And Omusubi with Agedama-Sesame Seeds.

Got it.

Would you like extra meat?

Extra meat?

Over there.

For Meat Mori, Meat Udon, Meat Mushroom Mori, Meat Mushroom Udon: You can ask for EXTRA MEAT 1.5x ¥100 2x ¥200

Then, for the extra meat, I'll have 1.5 times more.

Okay. How about Flavored Egg?

We still have 6 pcs. left.

Left?

Still Available!! Daily! First Served to the First 7 People!!! Our Shop's Specialty!!!! FLAVORED BOILED EGGS ~ Free Service ~ One Egg to One Order of Udon First Come First Served

It's first come, first served.

Yes, please. I'll have that as well.

Yes sir. I got it all.

When you're told a first-come-first-served-item's still available, you can't help but to ask for it.

Still Available!! Daily! First Served to the First 7 People!!! Our Shop's Specialty!!!! FLAVORED BOILED EGGS ~ Free Service ~ One Egg to One Order of Udon First Come First Served

Oh, welcome.

Hello. For two.

Yes, come in.

Here, Kimura-san. Tem(pura)-Musu(bi) and Flavored Egg.

Yes, thank you~!

Uwah~... What is that!?

The concept of Tem-Musu has been overturned!

*shrimp and vegetable fritters It's Kakiage* Sandwich with rice.

Looks scrumptious.

Here you go, thanks for the wait.

[Goro's Selection] [Meat Soup] [Flavored Boiled Eggs] [Assorted Veggie Soup] [Omusubi (Agedama & Sesame Seeds)] [Countryside Udon]

It's flawless, even if I say so myself.

An invincible battle formation.

[Countryside Udon (Medium Large)] Time spent being stepped on is a proof of love That chewiness, chew it thoroughly

I humbly receive.

[Meat Soup (Extra Meat 1.5x)] It's good with belly meat! No, belly meat IS good!! Sweetness of meat Potentially addictive

Let's see, let's start from the No. 1 bestseller...

Ho~... Ho Ho...

The noodles are rather firm than chewy.

But these rugged noodles slide smoothly down your throat.

Is it because of the human powered, foot stomping technique?

Welcome~!

Welcome!

Awesome~!

Belly meat soaked in its broth is super delicious.

The fat from the meat is what makes it astounding.

Udon, Meat, Soup... the trinity that feels like an amazing scrum formation (in rugby).

The deliciousness is crammed in tightly without any gaps.

[Flavored Boiled Egg] With you, my mind is at ease Feels lonely if not

Udon with Flavored Egg.

First time to do this but I like it.

Eggs always make my heart a bit gentler.

Next is...

[Assorted Veggie Soup] Lots of ingredients Beyond imagination More than plain soup The taste of vegetables

A hearty soup.

Ho~. This is what you call countryside soup.

The taste of one's hometown in the good ole days. The taste of Grandma's cooking.

There shouldn't be anything bad about this.

Soup-soaked veggies taste exquisite with udon.

Totally different from the meat broth.

[Omusubi (Agedama-Sesame Seeds)] An invention you never thought existed

Let's see now...

As its name suggests, it is indeed agedama with sesame seeds.

I like it.

Delectable rice with crunchy agedama.

An autumn festival shrine has arrived inside my mouth.

Here you go. Enjoy.

Oh, right. Can we have one udon bento to go?

Hoshino is on phone duty today at the office.

If it's for Hoshino-san, I'll make it large serving?

Yeah, that guy's a fan of your udon.

There's nothing like the chewiness of the udon here. Makes you wanna shout, "Udo~n!"

It's because she always steps on them firmly.

Yeah, thanks to that, I lost around 8 kilos.

It's the Udo~n Diet.

Take your time, okay.

I'm glad I got the extra meat.

A luxury that can be used as an accompaniment to your rice.

This can also be a side dish.

It's a somewhat affluent feeling.

It is said that the greatness of a craftsman who made a name for his work, will naturally appear on his face.

The greatness of this udon exudes in the front and inside of this shop.

And now, I will add the condiments.

Welcome! Please take the counter seats.

Pork with ginger. Wasn't this in the "New Testament"?

Well, that's how much they're perfect together!

After adding in the spinach, the meat broth has become even more livelier.

Welcome!

For two please.

Yes, come in. You can sit here.

Excuse me. 2 pcs of Flavored Egg please.

Two Flavored Eggs? Okay, thank you very much.

Okay, we are now out of free Flavored Eggs!

Thank you very mu~ch!

Welcome.

What would you like to order?

This is truly a journey.

Right now, my heart is at a far away place...

...encountering this special udon noodles which I'm munching on thoroughly and gulping down with glee.

For my last bite, this...

Omusubi with meat topping for the finish.

Immense satisfaction.

Thank you for this meal.

Hibarigaoka, Nishitokyo

When it comes to the new Reiwa Era, the impression of a housing complex has changed a bit.

*Sounds like "Bibari Hills" or Beverly Hills Hibari* Hills, Nishitokyo... huh.

Huh? Where is it here?

The landmark is supposed to be a multi-unit apartment.

Let's see...

Where is it...

Found it.

Somehow, I made it on time.

Really~? So this building was a housing complex?

Yes. We're using the features that can be left as it is.

Make the best of it, instead of tearing it down.

Our forte is to thoroughly implement this.

And that concludes my explanation of the effects of the renovation and its rationality.

I see. Thank very much.

Therefore, I would like to ask you to produce an interior concept that'll make the most of the present situation...

...similar to this one.

I understand. I will come up with several plans.

Yes. Thank you in advanced.

Likewise, thank you for the opportunity as well.

Well, I would like to apologize for suddenly calling you today.

Not to mention, coming all the way up here to Hibarigaoka.

No no. I was really glad to see what an actual renovated housing complex looks like.

I'm so happy to hear you say that.

Thank you so much for coming today.

So then, after I'm done with the proposals, I'll contact you again.

I'm looking forward to us working together.

Likewise.

Ishii-san, phone call.

Sorry, I have to go. Excuse me.

Good day.

What the...!

Macchan, you know where the rest room is?

Yes!

What is this? Is that a shop over there?

And I'm smelling something sweet...

Oh, shoot. Being lured by this sweet aroma...

...I'm now hungry!

Alright, let's get sugar replenishment!

Welcome.

Please choose here first, for your order.

Which one of these is giving off that sweet aroma?

Excuse me for a moment.

It's coming from there!

Have you decided?

What is that smell?

You mean Castella Pancake?

Castella Pancake and iced coffee please.

Castella Pancake and iced coffee, right?

The pancakes take 30 minutes to bake..

Will that be okay with you...

I'll wait.

Very well, sir.

For the water... it's self-service.

Something's inside.

This one too.

I'll mix them both.

It's double the goodness for sure.

Oops, don't forget the hand towel.

Welcome. Oh, hello!

I don't get the taste.

They approximately kept the 2nd floor as it is.

I don't get it.

You can sit on this sofa.

My friend here entrusted her children to someone and came all the way here to see me.

Really? From where?

Shimokitazawa.

Shimokitazawa!?

You traveled that far up to Hibarigaoka~.

When I told her about your yummy pancakes, she rushed over here.

Really, thank you so much.

It's quite far from Hibarigaoka station, right? Even so...

Rushed over from a distant land after hearing a rumor of a delicious item...

Please sit back and relax.

Here's iced coffee.

The milk and syrup are over there. Feel free to get some.

Okay.

[Iced Coffee]

I humbly receive.

I like the bitter taste.

Makes you hesitant to put in syrup.

Here's the Parfait.

Wow, nice!

Take your time.

Looks cute.

Looks yummy.

Right? Just like in a magazine.

Can you take a picture?

Sure.

Parfait!

Excuse me... if you don't mind...

Sorry.

Sorry but just a bit more...

Thank you.

Okay, say cheese.

What is that man doing?

Thank you so much.

Sorry about that.

Thank you for your patience. Here's Castella Pancake.

The handle part is very hot so please be careful.

Yes.

Oh~ Finally it's here! Ho, ho~.

Looks irresistible.

[Castella Pancake] So surprised to see! Such appearance Eat and feel it! Such softness

A first-rate item that is better than expected in both aroma and appearance.

Oops, I have to hurry!

Alright...

First, let's start from here.

Oh wow... A fluffy princess.

Texture with an aroma that lingers.

Seems born and raised in sweetness.

Ho ho, there's certainly something Castella-like about this.

Now pour it like this.

I hear a sound.

Sounds erotic to my ears.

A straight off, higher level of hotcakes.

Castella Pancake.

This is as delicious as its charming name.

The edges... Of course I'll eat these.

I love these.

Thank you for your patience. Here's your pancake.

Looks so good!

The handle part is very hot, please be careful.

Thank you.

I told you so.

Yeah, looks amazing.

Let's eat it together.

It's the last quarter... how fleeting.

From an udon shop encountered on a distant journey...

To a cafe hidden in a picturesque housing complex...

Castella Pancakes I've never seen before.

Today felt like a dream.

Maybe I could go for one more.

It was superb.

Sugar replenishment, complete.

Deliciousness that was exactly enough to fill in my stomach.

Thank you for this food.

Based on the manga "Kodoku no Gurume" Story: QUSUMI MASAYUKI Art: TANIGUCHI JIRO (Published by Shukan SPA!)

Screenplay: KODAMA YORIKO

Well, shall I head back to Tokyo?

'Inogashira Goro' MATSUSHIGE YUTAKA

'Udon Shop Mom' IKETANI NOBUE 'Cafe Manager' OKUYAMA OSHIE

Oh right...

'Ishii' ANDO HIROKI 'Murata' KASUYA YOSHIHIRO 'Kimura' BOB SUZUKI

This is also part of Tokyo.

Opening Narration: NODA KEIICHI

Music: "THE SCREEN TONES" QUSUMI MASAYUKI FUKUMURA SATOSHI KONO FUMIHIKO SHAKE KURIKI KEN

Producers: KOMATSU YUKITOSHI KIKUCHI TAKEHIRO YOSHIMI KENSHI

Associate Producer: KAWAMURA SHOKO Chief Producer: ABE SHINJI

Director: IGAWA TAKASHI

In cooperation with: KYODO TV

This drama is fiction

A 2019 Production of: TV TOKYO

After the CM Still More to Come on the Program!

After the CM, it's "Furatto Qusumi".

Author Qusumi Masayuki will visit the shop where the show was filmed...

FURATTO

Niiza Volume Narrator: UEKUSA TOMOKI (TV Tokyo Announcer)

This time, located in Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture, it's a shop with the rustic charm...

Udon Shop FUJI

...udon shop, "Fuji".

You really wouldn't think this is a room in a condominium.

"Kodoku no Gurume" Original Writer QUSUMI MASAYUKI

Also, it's the most surprising of all.

I guess I'm curious about their staple liquor snacks.

Staple Snacks: Hiyayako Hancho ¥250 Edamame ¥300 Assorted Pickles ¥500 Boiled Pork with Chinese Style Leek Sauce ¥500 Simmered Hotate ¥500 Gristle with Spicy Leek Dressing ¥800

The name "Hiyayako Hancho" (Half Cold Tofu)... is the one I find most intriguing.

And so...

Hiyayako... Thank you for waiting.

Oh, how nice. This...

I really like the honesty of its name "Hancho" (half piece).

Hiyayako Hancho

This tofu is looking good.

Delicious.

I think tofu is the ultimate liquor snack.

Thank you for waiting. Chinese Style Boiled Pork with Leek Sauce Dressing.

This is already a winner... It's just is, no doubt about it.

Chinese Style Boiled Pork with Leek Sauce Dressing

So how is the taste?

This is awesome.

The pork is just delicious. I can tell even before eating this.

It's really good with the leeks.

And so...

Here you go, sir.

Japanese Sake

Looks like something good is inside this nice-looking bottle.

Good. Cold and delicious.

Will I be able to get to the udon (before falling drunk)!?

After the sake has been consumed...

Thank you for waiting. Here is Joshu Miso Stewed Udon.

Joshu Miso Stewed Udon

Wrapping up his meal is Joshu Miso Stewed Udon.

First, the soup... how is it?

Ah~, fantastic.

Sipping the soup of this udon makes a wonderful finish to a meal.

It's truly delightful.

This must be agonizing to anyone watching this at around midnight.

It's so good, I'm telling you.

Featured Eatery: Udon FUJI Saitama-ken, Niiza-shi, Katayama 3 - 13 - 32

Please refrain from making inquiries and reservations by phone.

For details, check our program's website.

Next on "Kodoku no Gurume"...

"Roaster Yakiniku For One of Fujioka City, Gunma Prefecture"

Tune in next time.