"Only Eating Together" Manga Gets Live-Action Series: Lead Actors and Release Date Announced

Omachi Terrace's warm and heartfelt manga "Only Eating Together" (一緒にごはんをたべるだけ) is officially becoming a live-action series. Japanese TV channel TV Tokyo announced that the adaptation will premiere on July 2 with Akari Hayami and Kentaro Ito in the lead roles. The series will air in the channel's late-night programming slot.

The manga first began serialization in 2022 on the Comic Days platform. Written by Omachi Terrace, the story depicts the daily life and relationship of a couple who love cooking for each other in a simple, heartfelt manner. The author's previous works include titles like "Nega-kun to Poji-chan", but this manga quickly gained a wide readership, especially for its blend of food and romance.

While the director has not yet been announced, the script team is said to remain faithful to the manga. The production will air in TV Tokyo's "Drama 24" slot, with each episode lasting approximately 30 minutes. Lead actress Akari Hayami has previously appeared in productions such as "The Eccentric Family" and "Love That Makes You Cry", while Kentaro Ito has starred in projects like "The Great War of Archimedes" and "A Girl & Three Sweethearts".

This adaptation is part of the growing trend of manga adaptations on Japanese television in recent years. Food-themed romantic comedies, in particular, have garnered strong interest from viewers. The calm and intimate atmosphere of "Only Eating Together" aims to attract both manga fans and TV viewers. The promotional trailer for the series is expected to be released in the coming weeks.

This adaptation, exciting news for manga fans, will also help Omachi Terrace's works reach a wider audience. With the series starting on July 2, interest in the manga is likely to be revitalized. If you want to watch this sweet story live, don't forget to mark your calendar.