Jimami Tofu
"A recipe for love across the sea"
Originally released in 2018. Jimami Tofu is a drama/romance film. directed by Christian Lee. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jason Chan, Mari Yamamoto, and Rino Nakasone
Synopsis
A Chinese Singaporean chef, formerly working in Tokyo, finds himself in Okinawa begging a disgruntled old chef to teach him traditional Okinawan food. A top Japanese food critic finds herself in Singapore on an eye opening discovery of Southeast Asian cuisine. In reality both are looking for each other after an emotional breakup years ago. Emotionally crippled by their breakup he searches her home-town for her but discovers instead the art of traditional Okinawan food. Through it he learns the incredible balance of two cultures: Chinese and Japanese - a balance they never had in their relationship. When she suddenly appears in Okinawa looking to find closure he cooks and serves her their final meal. Through it she discovers what she had been yearning for all these years.
Quick Facts
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- BananaMana Films
- Opus Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimami Tofu about?
A Chinese Singaporean chef, formerly working in Tokyo, finds himself in Okinawa begging a disgruntled old chef to teach him traditional Okinawan food. A top Japanese food critic finds herself in Si...
Who directed Jimami Tofu?
Jimami Tofu was directed by Christian Lee.
How long is Jimami Tofu?
Jimami Tofu has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was Jimami Tofu released?
Jimami Tofu was released on March 28, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jimami Tofu?
The main cast of Jimami Tofu includes Jason Chan, Mari Yamamoto, Rino Nakasone, Masane Tsukayama, Christian Lee.