Cooking Master Boy
In 19th-century China's "Era of the Cooking Wars," aspiring Super Chef Mao travels the land, battling rivals to become a legendary chef like his mother.
CHARACTERS
Mao Xing Liu
Mao Xing Liu, son of the "Fairy of Cuisine," aims to be the world's best chef.
Portrayed by Fujiwara Natsumi
Feihong Lan
Calm genius chef and Mao's rival, Fei Hong Lan, a victim of the Dark Cooking Society, seeks redemption through cooking.
Portrayed by Enoki Junya, Okiayu Ryoutarou
Mei Li Zhou
Mei Li Zhou, Chouyu's daughter, loves Mao, helps him, and gets jealous easily; often clashes with Shirou.
Portrayed by Yukino Satsuki, Kayano Ai
Zhi Lao
Mischievous 12-year-old chef-in-training, travels with Mao, teases Mei Li, and is always getting into trouble.
Portrayed by Sakamoto Chika, Kayano Ai, Fujii Yukiyo
Xi Er
Young, optimistic Dim Sum master Xi Er, known as "Steel Staff Shell", travels China, honing his skills and seeking legendary utensils.
Portrayed by Yanaka Hiroshi, Nakamura Yuuichi
Li Wen
A former Dark Cooking Society member, Leon is a genius chef and rival of Mao, possessing the unparalleled Seven-Star Knives.
Portrayed by Aoki Shiki, Sugita Tomokazu, Canna Nobutoshi
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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS
Studio
Nippon Animation
Season
Spring 1997
Start Date
1997-04-27
End Date
1998-09-13
Episodes
52
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