Via ASAHI TV’s IMANIMATION block, introducing a fusion of mathematics and gastronomy through its opening theme “Maillard” by Oshikikeigo and closing song “CHANGE OVER” by Dxteen. This adaptation of Yūgo Kobayashi’s manga—already a bestseller with 23 million copies sold—brings together Gaku Kita, a math prodigy, and Kai Asakura, a culinary genius, in a narrative where equations and recipes collide.
Behind the Scenes
Behind the scenes, Domerica oversees production, while Takeshi Okamoto and Satsuki Kashiwagi shape the visual and narrative tone, balancing precision and creativity. The cast, including Ryōsuke Shirakawa and Natsu Yorita, elevates the series’ intellectual and emotional stakes, proving that numbers and flavors can coexist in a story as sharp as its premise.
This Is Not Just an Anime
It’s a testament to how art and logic, when intertwined, can redefine both.
They’ll Tell You This Is a Story About Numbers and Noodles, But You Know…
You know what’s really cooking? A myth so thick it’s been simmering since 2018, when Yūgo Kobayashi’s Fermat no Ryōri first hit the shelves of Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Magazine. Let’s unpack this: the idea that math and cuisine are a match made in heaven.
The real secret sauce? It’s not the fusion of equations and sashimi. It’s the sociopolitical stew of a manga that’s sold 23 million copies—and still pretends to be about “numbers having flavor.” Let’s dissect this.
Surprising Fact:
Fermat no Ryōri’s premise—math prodigy Gaku Kita and chef Kai Asakura teaming up—sounds like a shonen dream. But here’s the kicker: this isn’t a story about ambition. It’s a satire of the “genius-as-unicorn” myth, wrapped in a sushi-grade wrapper.
You think the anime’s “math + kitchen” angle is a gimmick? You’re not wrong. But here’s the real punchline: the series isn’t a gimmick. It’s a narrative that challenges the boundaries of both genres.
Let’s Unpack This. Solving Burglaries Requires…
- Cast: Ryōsuke Shirakawa, Natsu Yorita, and others bring depth to their roles.
- Production: Domerica’s vision balances mathematical rigor with culinary artistry.
- Music: “Maillard” and “CHANGE OVER” set the tone for a story that’s as intellectual as it is sensory.
Deep Dive
This anime isn’t just about numbers or recipes; it’s about the intersection of logic and creativity, a theme that resonates in both mathematics and gastronomy. The series challenges viewers to rethink the boundaries of what a story can be.
They’ll tell you this is a story about numbers and noodles, but you know—it’s about how two seemingly unrelated worlds can collide to create something extraordinary.
