Mitsuya Sensei no Keikakutekina Ezuke. (2024)

Heartwarming story and beautifully made drama

This is one of a few Jdrama that I followed it weekly and I am also writing this review as someone who read this manga long before the drama.

Beautiful Cinematography:
There’s always complaint about most JBL drama having cheap and unappetizing cinematography with bad color grading which I can’t even defend but Mitsuya sensei drama is different, every screenshot looks like art as they paid attention to details in decorations, the atmosphere of the scenes and carefully set the right shot. I’m just obsessed with how they organized Mitsuya’s house especially.

Not a single character was wasted:
This drama made sure every supporting character has a role to play in shaping the story around Mitsuya and Ishida and It got you hooked to see every single of them. Ishida’s co-workers and boss have their roles on Ishida’s side, Frito the dog and Shige and Kaoru have their role with mainly Mitsuya and also Ishida. I especially love how they wrote Kaoru not just as an asshole exboyfriend who comes back to make Ishida jealous and stir up conflict but he’s there to make Mitsuya move on and to give Ishida a new inspiration for his passion in sport.
Frito the dog is the real MVP of this drama until the end as well, he’s such a good boy with good acting that deserves to be praised as well.

Director has a vision of actors that they wanted:
Most controversy about this drama before and after it started that I heard from was people upset about how they cast and styled Mitsuya as a simple down to earth old man instead of following the seductive sexy old man that he was in the manga, but the story clearly showed that they did on purpose for the vision they had they which was different from the manga. Mitsuya in the drama showed more of this emotional side and the loneliness he held for 10 years compare to his manga version which I love both versions by the way.

Overall, it’s such a good adaption, I would say it’s in my top 3 JBL this year and I would rewatch again. It’s a shame that it was one of VERY FEW JBL drama that wasn’t chosen to have international release.

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Nostalgic and delicious...

The Show *Mr. Mitsuya's Planned Feeding* left a significant mark, and I still feel like we didn't have enough time to fully appreciate it. Nevertheless, it stood out with its blend of cuisine, romance, and captivating characters. I hope Sakai Taisei continues to act in dramas or BL, as he is an excellent actor.

The plot follows Tomoya Ishida, a novice editor, and Ayumu Mitsuya, a renowned chef, exploring the development of their relationship within the context of gastronomy and age differences. The pacing is well-balanced, allowing for gradual character development. The interaction between Ishida and Mitsuya is the main focus, while secondary characters and the adorable dog Fofo add extra charm.

The show excels in presenting Japanese cuisine in an irresistibly appealing way. The cooking scenes are visually captivating, and the humor is always present, providing good laughs, especially in the dynamics between the characters.

Moreover, the drama sensitively explores the complexities of relationships. Ishida faces personal challenges while trying to understand himself, and Mitsuya deals with his own struggles. The series handles these themes in a mature and realistic manner.

The romance between Ishida and Mitsuya is a standout element, developing slowly and touchingly. The series is ideal for those who enjoy a good romance story with a touch of cuisine and engaging characters. *Mr. Mitsuya's Planned Feeding* combines all this in a fun and emotional way.

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