Planet Food: Japan
Synopsis
Merrilees Parker travels to Japan to learn about its unique food culture. She begins her journey in Tokyo, at Tsukiji, the world's biggest fish market. Master chef, Romeo teaches her how to make the ultimate sushi, an art that takes years to master. Then it's off to a ramen museum, where you can try various regional styles of the noodle soup. Escaping the city, Merrilees takes the bullet train to Matsusaka where she visits a farm that produces the most expensive beef in the world. She also visits Kyoto and Mount Fuji for the annual Summer Fire Festival to gorge herself on wonderful street food.
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February 20, 2012
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- Director
- Paul Watson
- Original Title
- Planet Food: Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Pilot Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Watson
Ian Cross
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Paul Watson
Director
Ian Cross
Producer
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What is Planet Food: Japan about?
Merrilees Parker travels to Japan to learn about its unique food culture. She begins her journey in Tokyo, at Tsukiji, the world's biggest fish market. Master chef, Romeo teaches her how to make the ultimate sushi, an art that takes years to master. Then it's off to a ramen museum, where you can try various regional styles of the noodle soup. Escaping the city, Merrilees takes the bullet train to Matsusaka where she visits a farm that produces the most expensive beef in the world. She also visits Kyoto and Mount Fuji for the annual Summer Fire Festival to gorge herself on wonderful street food.
Who directed Planet Food: Japan?
Planet Food: Japan was directed by Paul Watson.
Who stars in Planet Food: Japan?
The principal cast of Planet Food: Japan includes Merrilees Parker.
When was Planet Food: Japan released and how long is it?
Planet Food: Japan was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 50m.