Starring Yutaka Matsushige as protagonist Goro Inogashira, the wildly popular Japanese drama "The Solitary Gourmet," adapted from the manga of the same name, has been a household name with new seasons almost every year between 2012 and 2024. This year, the series finally made its big-screen debut with the movie adaptation of "The Solitary Gourmet," which premiered in Japan on January 10.
Just a month after its release, the film has already cooked up some impressive box office numbers, proving Goro's culinary charm is truly irresistible. Yesterday (February 11), Caichang Asia Film World announced on their fan page that they will be distributing the film in Taiwan, with a confirmed release date of March 14, 2025. This news came as a pleasant surprise to many fans, ensuring they'll get to see the film.
Despite opening in a relatively modest 256 cinemas, the movie's box office has already surpassed 800 million Japanese Yen by February 3 (after 23 days). Projections suggest it could easily clear 1 billion Yen before its run ends. Considering the crowded Japanese film market during its release, these are already excellent results.
During a program interview for the film's release, Yutaka Matsushige jokingly said, "If it doesn't do well, I might as well retire." He highlighted his past bewilderment at "The Solitary Gourmet" series' enduring popularity, even lamenting the grueling shoots that he felt were "literally shortening his lifespan" due to stress.
But it seems the series isn't as bad as Matsushige thought! Fans are showing their support at the box office, sending a clear message: "Don't even think about retiring, Goro!"
Japanese netizens have also commented that the movie's plot is easy to enjoy even for those unfamiliar with previous "The Solitary Gourmet" seasons. They praise its engaging story and Goro's unique charisma, making it a highly recommended watch.
With its Taiwan release now confirmed for March 14, fans of Goro won't want to miss this chance to support the film and keep Yutaka Matsushige busy!
▼ "The Solitary Gourmet" Movie Trailer
via： 《孤獨的美食家》官方 X 采昌亞洲電影世界粉絲專頁