The series follows Hiroshi Nohara's lunchtime philosophy, focusing on budget and break time constraints, cooking trivia, preparation methods, and everyday dilemmas for salarymen, including deciding on lunchtime treats, finding quick meals, and venting about bosses.
Episodes
Hiroshi Nohara, 35, works for Futaba Corporation. A pro both at work and lunch, he finds the best meal within his schedule and budget. Today’s pick, tempted by a drifting aroma, is everyone’s favorite curry! What’s his Style of Curry? When his junior colleague Kawaguchi closes a big deal, Hiroshi treats him to a fresh, one coin seafood bowl. What’s his Style of Tuna over Rice?
Feeling a generation gap with Kawaguchi’s work style, Hiroshi looks for a refresh. His lunch choice is conveyor belt sushi, offering a casual yet elegant vibe. What’s his Style of Conveyor Belt Sushi? Hiroshi picks an American burger shop with a nice vibe. There, rookie Haruka Shisugi’s overconfidence sparks a series of mix-ups. What’s his Style of Hamburger?
Lately, Hiroshi has lost his drive at work. By treating work like a game, he finds new success! Riding that momentum, a 500 yen quest begins. What’s his Style of Fried Chicken? Sometimes, Hiroshi visits an Okinawa soba restaurant run by a chef from Okinawa. Hearing that it will close soon, he recalls fond memories and savors each bite with gratitude. What’s his Style of Okinawa Soba?
On a two-day business trip to Osaka, Hiroshi decides to eat lunch on the bullet train. After buying a bento, he sits between a dandy businessman and a young boy traveling alone. What’s his Style of Railroad Bento? He heads to Shinsekai for kushikatsu. Drawn by a set of seven skewers, he enjoys mysterious bites like red ginger. A frosty mug of beer tempts him. What’s his Style of Kushikatsu?
A new trainee, Takagiri, joins the sales team. Wanting to impress him, Hiroshi takes him to a fancy Japanese restaurant and orders udonsuki, only to witness his shocking appetite. What’s his Style of Udonsuki? Later, Kawaguchi sulks over that luxury lunch. To cheer him up, Hiroshi says he’ll treat him anywhere—but ends up at a cute pancake café packed with girls! What’s his Style of Pancake?
Hiroshi spots a “Ninja House” sign. The owner, claiming ninja ancestry, drags him in and makes him train as a novice ninja. Hearing lunch is served there, he endures the challenge. What’s his Style of Tonteki? At a food court with Takagiri, he finds white takeout boxes like in Hollywood films. Soon, everyone around looks like TV cops! What’s his Style of American-Style Chinese Food?
Kawaguchi sulks again as Hiroshi grows closer to Takagiri. Hiroshi treats him to lunch at a biryani restaurant. Irritated by his attitude, the exotic aroma triggers an unexpected change! What’s his Style of Biryani? Hiroshi visits a pasta place where Haruka works. Rushing, he orders the daily lunch. Amazed by its taste, he inspires Haruka’s wild imagination. What’s his Style of Squid Ink Pasta?
On a business trip to Morioka, Hiroshi aims to cancel a project—but before that, he’s invited for the local specialty, wanko soba. The client’s rule: whoever eats more gets to decide! What’s his Style of Wanko Soba? After missing lunch, he spots a kebab truck in the park. The kebab is amazing—until the man suddenly starts a “Kebab Quiz”! What’s his Style of Doner Sandwich?
Haruka and friends head to Korean lunch, where Hiroshi is at the next table! They both order rabokki, its fiery spice igniting taste buds—and Haruka’s wild imagination. What’s his Style of Rabokki? After a hectic morning, Hiroshi chooses kamameshi for lunch. Waiting 20 minutes for rice to cook, he realizes his phone is at the office. Can he endure the stillness? What’s his Style of Kama-Meshi?
After Takagiri's welcome party, Hiroshi feels frustrated by how his colleagues grilled the meat. Next day, he returns to the same place for a solo revenge lunch. What’s his Style of Yakiniku? Working from home, Hiroshi faces a pile of somen noodles nearing expiration. Though clumsy in the kitchen, his creativity catches fire—until things spiral out of control! What’s his Style of Somen?
Hiroshi is finally chosen as the long awaited project leader! To celebrate, he splurges on a roast beef bowl despite payday still ahead. What’s his Style of Roast Beef-Don? During a project meeting, Kawaguchi and Takagiri clash. Hiroshi takes Kawaguchi to a Spanish restaurant. But when Kawaguchi selfishly devours the shared paella, Hiroshi finally snaps! What’s his Style of Paella?
Kawaguchi doesn’t show up at work. Worried, Hiroshi tracks him down and suggests lunch at an okonomiyaki place. But the way Kawaguchi eats shocks him! What’s his Style of Okonomiyaki? After being scolded by Misae for drinking too much, Hiroshi skips breakfast. Starving, he craves katsudon. He chooses a classic soba shop—only to find it empty! What’s his Style of Katsu-Don?
