Antique Bakery

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  • 2008
  • 1 Season
  • 7.0  (91)

Antique Bakery is a Japanese anime series that was produced in 2008. The show is based on a manga series of the same name, which was written and illustrated by Fumi Yoshinaga. The anime was directed by Tatsuro Kawano and produced by the animation studio Nippon Animation. Antique Bakery is a 12-episode series that follows the story of four men who work together in a beautiful bakery.

The show is set in Tokyo and revolves around a bakery called Antique, which is owned by a handsome man named Keiichiro Tachibana. The bakery is known for its beautiful cakes and pastries, which are created by the talented patissiere Yusuke Ono. Ono is a gay man who has a reputation for causing trouble with his romantic interests in men who are not interested in him. Despite this, Tachibana hires him to work at the bakery, knowing full well that he is gay and is likely to cause issues.

The other two main characters of the show are Chikage Kobayakawa and Eiji Kanda. Kobayakawa is a former classmate of Tachibana, and Eiji is a former boxer who has ended up working as a waiter at Antique Bakery. The show follows the four men as they work together, overcome challenges, and form deep bonds with each other.

The plot of the show involves the characters facing a variety of challenges, both in their personal lives and in their work at the bakery. Yusuke Ono's love interests cause him trouble both at work and outside it. Chikage Kobayakawa is dealing with issues from his past, which begin to manifest themselves in his work at the bakery. In addition, Antique Bakery faces some competition from a new bakery in Tokyo, and the four men must work together to keep their business afloat.

The show has both light-hearted and serious moments, keeping the viewer engaged throughout the series. The show also revolves around themes of love, ambition, and the importance of hard work. The characters are well-developed and are relatable to the audience. The show does an excellent job of showing the viewer the complexities of the relationships between the four main characters, and how they grow together over the course of the series.

Antique Bakery is beautifully animated, with a vivid color palette and exceptional attention to detail. The backgrounds of the show are particularly noteworthy, showcasing both the beauty of Tokyo and the warm interior of the bakery itself.

In conclusion, Antique Bakery is an exceptional anime series that manages to tell a compelling story while showcasing the beauty of baking and the importance of friendship. The series is well-written, beautifully animated, and showcases a wide range of emotions. Whether you are a fan of anime or not, this series is definitely worth watching. It is guaranteed to leave you feeling fulfilled and wanting more.

Antique Bakery is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (13 episodes). The series first aired on July 3, 2008.

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Recipe 12: The Aftertaste of Eternity
12. Recipe 12: The Aftertaste of Eternity
September 18, 2008
After a hectic night Tachibana struggles to come to terms with everything that happened.
Recipe 11: The Pleasure of True Motive
11. Recipe 11: The Pleasure of True Motive
September 11, 2008
Tachibana agrees to work with the local police to help track down the kidnapper who's been in the news. But is one of Antique's customers the culprit?
Recipe 10: The Different Taste of a Pulsation
10. Recipe 10: The Different Taste of a Pulsation
September 4, 2008
When Ono's sister shows up at the shop it dredges up a lot of mixed emotions about his broken childhood home.
Recipe 9: The Little Taste of Melancholy
9. Recipe 9: The Little Taste of Melancholy
August 28, 2008
Ono pushes Kanda to take French lessons so he can attend culinary school in France.
Recipe 8: The Hidden Taste of Chikage
8. Recipe 8: The Hidden Taste of Chikage
August 21, 2008
The Antique staff gets quite a shock when a young girl shows up and flings herself on Kobayakawa.
Recipe 7: The Sweet Taste of Christmas Eve
7. Recipe 7: The Sweet Taste of Christmas Eve
August 14, 2008
It's Christmas and the Antique staff decides to go all out for their customers.
Recipe 6: The Bitter Taste of Crisis
6. Recipe 6: The Bitter Taste of Crisis
August 7, 2008
Love and trouble are in the air. One of the most famous patissiers in France arrives at the shop and declares his love for Ono, which could mean the end of Antique.
Receipe 5: The Exquisite Taste of Tribulation
5. Receipe 5: The Exquisite Taste of Tribulation
July 31, 2008
Tachibana decides that Antique should participate in a food fair that's being covered by the local media.
Recipe 4: The True Meaning of a Nightmare
4. Recipe 4: The True Meaning of a Nightmare
July 24, 2008
Kobayakawa's arrival triggers Tachibana's nightmares to return.
Recipe 3: The Fourth Man
3. Recipe 3: The Fourth Man
July 17, 2008
A gloomy day of drizzling rain slows sales at Antique but the day takes an interesting turn after the arrival of a surprise guest.
Recipe 2: A Spicy Decision
2. Recipe 2: A Spicy Decision
July 10, 2008
After an injury forces a world champion boxer to give up his sport forever, he sees a help wanted sign at Antique and his love of sweets leads him to apply.
Recipe 1: A Sour Reunion
1. Recipe 1: A Sour Reunion
July 3, 2008
Tachibana agrees to work with the local police to help track down the kidnapper who's been in the news. But is one of Antique's customers the culprit?
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Antique Bakery is available for streaming on the website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Antique Bakery on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    July 3, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (91)