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Yakitate!! Japan

Name: Yakitate!! Japan
Genre: Comedy

焼きたて!! ジャぱん

TV · Fall 2004 · 69 episodes · 24 min · Finished · Sunrise

Comedy

Kazuma Azuma wants to make bread. Not just any kind of bread, though. He wants to make a bread that represents Japan itself and can stand toe-to-toe with rice as a national food. Thanks to his legendary "Hands of the Sun," unnaturally warm hands that allow dough to ferment faster, Kazuma's bread is like a slice of Heaven. And when the Pantasia Rookie Competition arrives, everyone will get a taste of his skill! Along with his friend Kawachi (who's only in it for the dough), he’ll go up against koala karate masters, Harvard bread scientists, samurai with rolling-pin swords, and more! Can Kazuma create bread like naan other and bake his way to glory, or should he quit before he's toast? (Source: Right Stuf)

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Seasons and episodes

1
He’s Here!! The Boy With the Hands of the Sun!
Oct 11, 2004 · 24 min
Azuma Kazuma, the boy with the Solar Hands, comes to Pantasia in Tokyo, Japan to make the #1 bread for his country, ""Japan!"" This episode tells the back-story of how and why Azuma became interested in bread and why he so badly wants to create Japan's own unique bread; a bread that could proudly be shown as ""Japanese Bread"".
2
Maharajah!! The Day Mt. Fuji Fell!
Oct 18, 2004 · 24 min
Within the first few seconds of arriving at the new employee contest of Pantasia, Azuma Kazuma has already found himself losing five of ten of his precious points! Can his unique bread save him from being dismissed with the rest of those the harsh manager Kuroyanagi Ryou deems unworthy?
3
Charred!! Is this the Ultimate Claus Swann!?
Oct 25, 2004 · 24 min
The final four! Azuma, Kyousuke, Tsukino, and Kai progress on to the final competition to determine who is truly worthy to work in Central Pantasia branch. Will the combined efforts of Azuma and Kyousuke be able to impress the Meister, Sadono, and the ever-shrude Kuroyanagi?
4
Neigh!! Make Good Grazing Bread!
Nov 1, 2004 · 24 min
It's Azuma and Kawachi's first day of work at the Southern Tokyo Branch of Pantasia. Tsukino, their new supervisor, teaches Kazuma how to make French bread. When they hear that the manager, afro-wearing Matsushiro Ken, must sample it before it can be sold in the bakery, they seek him out at a horse race track. Instead of tasting the bread, he throws it to a horse, who will eat it or reject it. He tells the two of them to make a bread delicious enough to be eaten by a horse. When they return to the store, Tsukino tells them his story - his sister nearly died from eating bread because of an unknown allergy to dairy. He therefore aims to make a bread that anyone, even someone with allergies, can eat. Horses will eat this type of bread because although they love wheat, they hate butter and dairy products.
5
Not Baaaad!! Ultimate Butter Is the Clincher!
Nov 8, 2004 · 24 min
Azuma and Kawachi are attempting to create a bread that tastes delicious, but has no possible allergens like butter and milk, and their job is on the line. Azuma calls his sister, who suggests (and brings) the exact ingredient to help him stay at the store - goat's milk, which Azuma makes into butter. Kawachi uses oats in his bread, and the horse accepts it. However, when fed Azuma's bread, the horse strongly rejects it. Ken and Kawachi eat Azuma's bread, and find it to be delicious. As well, the goat's milk that Azuma used eliminates the main allergen in milk, making it a bread that fits the manager's request. Both Azuma and Kawachi keep their jobs.
6
It's the Main Store!! The Dancing Meister!
Nov 15, 2004 · 24 min
Azuma and Kawachi are wondering why the store doesn't get more customers when the main store has lines dragging on and on. When they ask Ken, he points out that the main branch of St. Pierre, a rival bakery, is across the street. Soon, they meet the manager, a very effeminate man (it is strongly insinuated that he is gay) named Mokoyama, who is about to release St. Pierre's new line of bread. However, Ken tells Mokoyama Azuma is a much better baker, and he challenges the St. Pierre branch to a duel: Azuma's newest Japan against his new line. St. Pierre accepts, but the main Pantasia branch knows nothing about the challenge, or Azuma's new Japan, and their entire reputation is resting on their newest employee - especially since the duel will be broadcast on television.
7
Doc Shock!! Secret Sauce Transformation!
Nov 22, 2004 · 24 min
The Bread Duel begins. Mokoyama unveils his new bread first, Kougin Pudding Amman, a pudding filled butter roll. It is made using the highest quality ingredients, and all of the judges give it a perfect score. Then, it's Azuma's turn. His bread, which is fried, seems to go over well with the judges; he took leftover bread and fried it in a special sauce to make it soft again. However, the judges note that it is made from leftovers, and that people will not want to eat it. In the nick of time, the general manager of Pantasia appears, and asks the judges to take price into consideration. Mokoyama announces that the price of his bread will be 190 yen, only slightly higher than a normal butter roll, which is a good deal because of the high quality ingredients. Then Azuma declares his price - 0 yen. This excites the crowd, and the judges give his bread a perfect score as well - it's a draw.
8
Kawachi Prime!! The Gauntlets of the Sun!
Dec 6, 2004 · 24 min
An invitation is sent to the two newest members of the Southern Tokyo Branch, for the annual "Newcomers Competition" - a tournament of every Pantasia newcomer. Their preliminary challenge is to make dinner bread that will last for three weeks without growing mold. Azuma automatically thinks of a previous Ja-pan, and offers to help Kawachi make it with him. However, Kawachi wants to do it on his own this time, so Tsukino suggests helping him get the legendary solar hands. Although confused as to how, Kawachi accepts the challenge. The special training is swimming - Kawachi is to swim many laps in a pool, with weights around his stomach. Kawachi goes into training, while Azuma decides to go to Izu to get an ingredient... by running. Izu is 3-5 hours away by train.
9
I Won't Lose!! I'll Fight Ya with Osaka Bread!
Dec 13, 2004 · 24 min
The newcomer duet is still working on their bread for the competition. Kawachi is in intense training to increase his muscle mass and obtain Solar Gauntlets. Azuma, understandably, faints on his way to Izu, but finds what he needs at a sushi restaurant he collapses near - wasabi. Meanwhile, Kawachi is trying to find his ingredients, so he can fulfill his deceased father's dream of working at the main branch of Pantasia, but feels sorry for himself. Ken Matsushiro tells him to stop being such a baby by dumping his liquor on him. Ken actually intended to give Kawachi the idea of using alcohol in his drink, and Kawachi gets the idea, making his Osaka-pan.
10
Their Respective Beginnings!! Pantasia's Rookie Competition Opens!
Dec 20, 2004 · 24 min
Kazuma and Kyousuke had made it past the preliminary rounds. Kazuma had finished creating his "secret weapon" with the help of Grandpa Umasaburou and baked his ultimate Japan #44 to thank him. The day of Pantasia Newcomers Battle has finally arrive, but Kazuma overslept. He barely made it and Kuroyanagi scolded him by shouting "You're late!! That's 5 points off!!".
11
Riffraff Scum!! Kazuma Chooses the Worst Butter!
Dec 27, 2004 · 24 min
Kazuma chose the worst possible butter and baked a dinner roll which was thought by Kuroyanagi to taste the worst but it seems that Azuma has just pulled of a miracle.
12
Kazuma Failed!? Ultra C to the Rescue!
Dec 27, 2004 · 24 min
Kazuma was initially disqualified along with other 13 people who chose the same butter as him (i.e.: butter C, revealed to be margarine) by Kuroyanagi, however Kazuma was re-admitted into the Newcomers' battle after Kuroyanagi tasted his butter rolls. This episode also introduces Mizuno Azusagawa, Tsukino's younger and bratty sister, along with the animosity between the two sisters. Near the end, after Kazuma and Kyosuke learned about the issue between the Azusagawa sisters from their manager, they decided to give their best to win the Newcomers' battle to support Tsukino. Mizuno also sets up a gamble in which if Kazuma loses to her, he will have to transfer to Mizuno's new Tokyo Pantasia branch, however should Kazuma wins, Mizuno has to begin respecting Tsukino as her older sister.
13
Order's Up!! Going Bananas for Melon Bread!
Jan 10, 2005 · 24 min
Kazuma had made a bet with Mizuno, Tsukino's sister but he's totally clueless on baking melon buns. Sushi shop owner whom Kazuma met when he was fainted arrived at the main branch to treat them some sushi. While observing him, Kazuma got an idea on how to create Japan#58, Melon Sushi Bun and asked Tsukino out. Tsukino thought they were out on a date but Kazuma had just forgotten his money and needed her to come along to buy some ingredients. Kazuma's Japan#58 Melon Sushi Bun enabled him to defeat Mizuno and advance to the next round.
14
Noodlicious!! The Pitfalls of Yakisoba Bread!
Jan 17, 2005 · 24 min
Kawachi's match between him and Motohashi. Kawachi wins, but only after trying his best after receiving a huge scare from Matsushiro. Shachihoko, Azuma's next opponent is introduced, as well as the next theme for the next round, which is yakisoba bread. The object is to make the yakisoba not the bread. Azuma who has only ever made bread is a terrible cook, Matsushiro calls an old ramen chef friend of his to teach Azuma and Kawachi the way of yakisoba.
15
Invincible Team!! Win with Ono no Komachi!
Jan 24, 2005 · 24 min
In a hopeless situation, Azuma becomes depressed. Meanwhile Kawachi goes on to win his match, and gives Azuma an idea. The day of the match between Azuma and Shachihoko has arrived. Azuma ends up winning by making an okonomiyaki-style sandwich on pannini bread.
16
A Green Miracle!! Kazuma the Magician!
Jan 31, 2005 · 24 min
The match between Azuma and Koala begins, the object is to create an animal bread that is attractive to both woman and young children. Matsushiro explains that Koala (who was earlier revealed to be Mokoyama, in disguise) will beat Azuma, with his dragon bread. Near the end of the episode, Koala presents a dragon shaped bread to Kuroyanagi and Azuma presents a green turtle shaped bread.
17
The Big Showdown!! Koala's Dragon vs. Kazuma's Turtle!
Feb 7, 2005 · 24 min
The episode carries on from episode 16, and ends with Azuma's win. After Koala's loss, Mizuno fires Koala, but later re-hires him after realizing how much she loved him.
18
With Our Prayers Behind It!! A Graveside Vow!
Feb 21, 2005 · 24 min
Tsukino goes to her mother's grave as it is her mother's anniversary while Kawachi is versing Katsuo "Pig-boy" Umino in the Pantasia main branch. Kawachi is surprised to see Tsukino not coming to his match and wins. Tsukino buys flowers and brings bread to her mother's funeral while Kyousuke, Kazuma and Ken Matsushiro go to her mother's grave to pray with her.
19
Nightmarish Semifinals!! Yukino's Dastardly Trap!
Feb 28, 2005 · 24 min
The semi-finals match, Kanmuri vs. Kawachi. Kawachi is confident in his battle between Kanmuri and him after obtaining a special yeast from Matsushiro. During the competition Kawachi suddenly has difficulty kneading his dough, and despite his efforts the dough refuses to ferment.
20
Indomitable Fighting Spirit!! Let Adversity Bring You to Your Feet!
Mar 7, 2005 · 24 min
Just before the competition, Yukino placed endo-proteases into Kawachi's flour, causing Kawachi to lose to Kanmuri by foul play.
21
It's the Mightiest Bread in the History of Prototypes!! Ja-pan No. 44!
Mar 14, 2005 · 24 min
After Kawachi's dreadful defeat at the hands of Kanmuri, Azuma decided to take revenge for Kawachi. During Azuma's match with Suwabara, Azuma baked Japan #44, a bread that allows you to go heaven. The judges, Kuroyanagi and Dave go to heaven after eating Azuma's bread. When Kuroyanagi comes back to life after the effects of the bread have worn off, he declares Azuma the winner.
22
The Final Match Is Near!! A Dark Shadow Closes in on Kazuma!
Mar 21, 2005 · 24 min
The episode begins with a short over-view of the past few episodes. Kawachi is also suggested by Matsushiro to go train at a church during the finals, before facing Suwabara. After talking to Kanmuri in the kitchen, Yukino finds the petalite stone and then breaks it in sand pouring it into a sandbox.
23
Springy Showdown!! Kazuma Azuma vs. Shigeru Kanmuri!
Mar 28, 2005 · 24 min
It's the finals of the Pantasia Newcomers Battle! Can Azuma truly win without his petolite board? He seems to have a unique plan in mind, but with this unique plan for Japan #60. Additionally, what happens to Kyousuke after he finds the St. Andrew's Church mentioned in the last episode? Find out in this episode!
24
The Flying Meister!! Who Will Win!?
Mar 28, 2005 · 24 min
It's the judging of the finals!! Azuma's sticky, extensible bread vs Kanmuri's equially extensible bread! With Meister Kirisaki judging, it's all the more inconclusive as to who will win this battle of the mochi mochi breads!
25
Say What!? Kawachi's Intensive Manliness Training!
Apr 4, 2005 · 24 min
With the final match done and over with, now's the time to celebrate! Saturday Night Fever, baby!! . . .or is it? There's still the matter of the Third-Place Match! What's more, Kawachi explains what he'd been doing for the past week. Just what is the mystery of St. Andrew's Church?
26
The Rookie Competition's Final Match!! Singing and Dancing French Bread!
Apr 18, 2005 · 24 min
What was that?! Early into his match with Suwabara Kai, Kawachi finds that Suwabara's French Bread is one, huge roll! Not only that, but what he's been freaking out, Suwabara has already begun baking his French Bread! What can Kawachi possibly do to compete?! Why. . .put the finishing touches on his ""Singing Bread,"" of course! Can he possibly win against the iron will and violent, fiery soul of Suwabara Kai?
27
Let's All Make Bread Together!! It's Ja-pan No. 2!
Apr 25, 2005 · 24 min
In the aftermath of the finals, the awards are handed out, and a surprising request is made by Kanmuri Shigeru. Facts about Meister Kirisaki come to light shortly after the crew returns to Southern Tokyo Pantasia. In addition, we -- the audience -- learn how to make the unique-as-ever rice cooker bread, Japan #2, in this episode.
28
The Ten-Billion Yen Man!? Pantasia’s Fate Hangs in the Balance!
May 2, 2005 · 24 min
Kanmuri is now an employee of the Southern Tokyo branch in place of Kawachi, who has moved onto the main store. Kanmuri reveals that Yukino is secretly selling stocks of Pantasia to St. Pierre. Kanmuri later exposes his risky plan to Matsushiro, Kawachi overhears, when he plans to visit everyone at the Southern Tokyo branch.
29
A Close Attack!! The Birth of Black Ja-pan!
May 9, 2005 · 24 min
Super-elite bakers from St. Pierre's Kyuushu Branch have cloned Southern Tokyo Pantasia's diet bread and given them a bad name! However, Azuma and crew have come up with a plan for a bread that's not only delicious, but is tremendously good for you as well! Will their plan to ""turn white into black"" succeed?
30
To France!! Aiming for the Monaco Cup!
May 16, 2005 · 24 min
With hope in their hearts, Kawachi, Azuma, Suwabara, and Kuroyanagi head to France. There, they not only meet their trainer and hostest for the next month, Sophie Balzac Kirisaki of the Gordon Blue Bakery, but they also find that the main competitors of Gordon Blue, the Mayson Kayser, have opened a new Main Branch right across the street from the Gordon Blue! In addition, the Mayson Kayser hosts the world's most elite of bakers! How can the Japanese Representitives survive the Monaco Cup with people like this in the running?!