The Secret Kitchen
Series Overview
A former actress trapped in an emotionally abusive marriage finds solace in cooking, until meeting an Italian chef who inspires her to reclaim her life.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 11 Episodes
45 min per episode
2026 – 2026
Premiered: Thu, Apr 9, 2026
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 11: “Episode 11”
After publicly exposing the Tsubokura Group’s food-labeling scandal, Kei becomes the target of a violent attack, leaving Fujiko injured while protecting him. As the company fights back with a press conference and Wataru denies all allegations, Ayumi chooses to remain in the Tsubokura household until the truth behind both the scandal and Kei’s mysterious fall is revealed. Though Ayumi and Kei agree to stay apart for now, their feelings remain unchanged. With secrets unraveling, loyalties tested, and the future of the Tsubokura Group hanging in the balance, the truth that will determine their fate draws ever closer.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Haruka Kinami
Ayumi Tsubokura
Mahiro Takasugi
Kei
Miori Takimoto
Toko Ogura
Mariko Tsutsui
Kyoko Tsubokura
Shunsuke Nakamura
Wataru Tsubokura
Aimi Satsukawa
Mai Yoshino
Kanato Tsukishiro
Rika Nagamine
Yusaku Mori
Tatsuya Kobayashi
Ayana Shiramoto
Koharu Suzuki
Meika Yoshida
Hina Tsubokura
Junpei Yasui
Rintaro Suzuki
YU
Ryosuke Kato
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daisuke Yamanouchi
Kumiko Asō, Ureha Shimada, Yuko Imanishi
Yugo Kanno
Fumi Hashimoto, Junichi Sekimoto
Department Leadership Roster
Daisuke Yamanouchi
Director
Yugo Kanno
Original Music Composer
Kumiko Asō
Screenplay
Ureha Shimada
Screenplay
Yuko Imanishi
Screenplay
Fumi Hashimoto
Producer
Junichi Sekimoto
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Secret Kitchen
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What is The Secret Kitchen about?
A former actress trapped in an emotionally abusive marriage finds solace in cooking, until meeting an Italian chef who inspires her to reclaim her life.
How many seasons does The Secret Kitchen have?
The Secret Kitchen comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Secret Kitchen?
Key cast members in The Secret Kitchen include Haruka Kinami, Mahiro Takasugi, Miori Takimoto, Mariko Tsutsui, Shunsuke Nakamura.
Who created or directed The Secret Kitchen?
The Secret Kitchen was developed and directed by Daisuke Yamanouchi.