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Iron Chef
Iron Chef is a Japanese television cooking show produced by Fuji Television. The series, which premiered on October 10, 1993, is a stylized cook-off featuring guest chefs challenging one of the show's resident "Iron Chefs" in a timed cooking battle built around a specific theme ingredient. The series ended on September 24, 1999, although occasional specials were produced until 2002. The series aired 309 episodes. Repeats are regularly aired on the Cooking Channel in the United States and on Special Broadcasting Service in Australia. Fuji TV will air a new version of the show, titled Iron Chef, beginning in October 26, 2012.
- Created by:
- Fuji Creative Corporation, Keiichi Tanaka
- Cast:
- Hiroyuki Sakai, Takeshi Kata, Kenji Fukui, Yukio Hattori
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- Japan
- Network:
- Food Network
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 4
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
Mr Iron Chef 1995 :Chen vs Michiba (Beef Battle) (1)
1996-01-03 · 30m1995 Mr. Iron Chef tournament round 2 (part 1)
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E02
Episode 2
Mr Iron Chef 1995 :Chen vs Michiba (Beef Battle)(2)
1996-01-05 · 30m1995 Mr. Iron Chef tournament round 2 (part 2)
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E03
Episode 3
Chen vs Gao Jinyi (Dried Abalone Battle)
1996-01-12 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E04
Episode 4
Sakai vs Hidetoshi Ushimaru (Curry Powder Battle)
1996-01-19 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E05
Episode 5
Chen vs Hiroshi Yamanobe (Scorpionfish Battle)
1996-01-26 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Chen vs Watanabe Yoji (Snapping Turtle Battle)
1996-02-02 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E07
Episode 7
Sakai vs Tadashi Yanagi (Pear & Chocolate Battle)
1996-02-09 · 30mSt. Valentine's Day chocolate-and-pear dessert battle
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E08
Episode 8
Sakai vs Jinichi Tateyama (Leek Battle)
1996-02-16 · 30mAs the Chairman seeks out a new Iron Chef Japanese, Toshiro Kandagawa boasts he can offer a challenger that could replace Iron Chef French.
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E09
Episode 9
Chen vs Takaya Nakazawa (Shiitake Mushroom Battle)
1996-02-23 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E10
Episode 10
Nakamura vs Kiyoshi Suzuki (Foie Gras Battle)
1996-03-01 · 30mIn Nakamura's inaugural battle as Iron Chef Japanese II, he faces the head chef of Auberge de Suzuki in Seijo.
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E11
Episode 11
Chen vs Tatsujiro Yoshida (Cod Battle)
1996-03-08 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E12
Episode 12
Sakai vs Senji Osada (Scallop Battle)
1996-03-15 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E13
Episode 13
Nakamura vs Lin Kunbi (Bell Pepper Battle)
1996-03-22 · 30mRematch battle for chef Lin Kunbi.
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E14
Episode 14
Chen vs Katsuaki Mori (Spinach Battle)
1996-03-29 · 30mChen's opponent has been knighted in France as the Cavalier of Cheese, and is an expert in salad. Can he prevail?
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E15
Episode 15
France Special Part I: Nakamura vs. Bernard Leprince (Salmon Battle)
1996-04-05 · 30mChairman Takeshi Kaga travels to battle the great chefs of France - witness as Iron Chef French #2 (Hiroyuki Sakai) and Iron Chef Japanese #2 (Koumei Nakamura) battle to defend the honor of Iron Chef and the Gourmet Academy
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E16
Episode 16
France Special Part II: Sakai vs. Pierre Gagnaire (Homard Lobster Battle)
1996-04-12 · 30mChairman Takeshi Kaga travels to battle the great chefs of France - witness as Iron Chef French #2 (Hiroyuki Sakai) and Iron Chef Japanese #2 (Koumei Nakamura) battle to defend the honor of Iron Chef and the Gourmet Academy
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E17
Episode 17
Nakamura vs. Toyoaki Suganuma (Egg Battle)
1996-04-19 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E18
Episode 18
Chen vs. He Yewen (Lettuce Battle)
1996-04-26 · 30mThe new chef of Akasaka Rikyu demonstrates his distinctive Hong Kong cooking skills.
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E19
Episode 19
Nakamura vs. Katsuko Nanao (Cod Roe Battle)
1996-05-03 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E20
Episode 20
Chen vs Shunji Morikawa (Pineapple Battle)
1996-05-10 · 30mMorikawa's restaurant, Cay, is said to have pioneered Thai food in Japan. His patrons include Stephen Hawking and Yoko Ono. Can Chen beat him at his own game?
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E21
Episode 21
Sakai vs Takao Tamotsu (Abalone Battle)
1996-05-17 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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E22
Episode 22
Nakamura vs. Kenji Motai (Udon Battle)
1996-05-24 · 30mThe challenger is the chief instructor of culinary skills at Hattori Nutrition College and was recommended by Dr. Hattori to be the new Iron Chef Japanese after Michiba retired.
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E23
Episode 23
Chen vs Ichio Gotoh (Cuttlefish Battle)
1996-05-31 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Sonobe Yoshinobu (Salmon Roe Battle)
1996-06-07 · 30mThe challenger is one of the three best chefs in Hokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan. His restaurant has won numerous awards at national competitions. He will be the first challenger from Hokkaido to do battle in Kitchen Stadium. He opened his award winning restaurant at the age of 27. Judges: Takenori Emoto, Hisako Manda, Yukio Hatoyama, Asako Kishi
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Nakamura vs Son Kangi (Bonito Battle)
1996-06-14 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Philippe Batton (Bacon Battle)
1996-06-21 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Tozawa Hideo (Clam Battle)
1996-06-28 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Chen vs Nomura Takayuk (Ayu Battle)
1996-07-05 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Yamamoto Hideki (Conger Battle)
1996-07-12 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Uki Yoshimasa (Tuna Battle)
1996-07-19 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Toriumi Masaru (Oyster Battle)
1996-07-26 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Chen vs Yamamoto Takeshi (Pork Battle)
1996-08-02 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Thierry Houngues (Caviar Battle)
1996-08-09 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Chen vs Tsugawa Toshizo (Sea Eel Battle)
1996-08-16 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Sugawara Ken'ji (Corn Battle)
1996-08-23 · 30mThe challenger was personally trained in California Cuisine by the legendary Wolfgang Puck. Judges: Tamio Kageyama, Chizuru Azuma, Ichiro Zaitsu, Asako Kishi
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Chen vs. Shinsuke Shimada (Fleshy Prawn Battle)
1996-08-30 · 30mThe challenger is a famous comedian in Japan. He is also known to be one of the most skilled chefs among entertainers. Judges: Tamio Kageyama, Keiko Saito, Ichiro Zaizu Asako Kishi
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Nakamura vs Uetake Toshimasa (Peach Battle)
1996-09-06 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs So Choumei (Softcrab Battle)
1996-09-13 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Endo Tokuo (Mackerel Pike Battle)
1996-09-20 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Chen vs Kashiwabara Takeo (Wax Gourd Battle)
1996-10-04 · 30mThe challenger leads the kitchen of a hotel on the island of Okinawa. Judges: Tamio Kageyama, Kazuko Kato, Hideki Takahashi, Asako Kishi
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Beijing Special: Chen vs. Son-So (Chicken Battle)
1996-10-11 · 30mFeatures chefs from each region with a battle between Son vs. Chen.
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Nakamura vs Fujita Shin (Soba Battle)
1996-10-18 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Ogusu Ryuichi (Chestnut Battle)
1996-10-25 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Chen vs Daniela Ozik (Mushroom Battle)
1996-11-01 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Yamaoka Hiroshi (Chinese Cabbage Battle)
1996-11-08 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Wein Nishi (Apple Battle)
1996-11-15 · 30mThe challenger is the head of a very successful restaurant in New York. The New York Times gave his restaurant 3 stars. His grandfather is Japanese, and spent a lot of time talking to young Wayne about the culture of Japan. Judges: Shinichiro Kurimoto, Mayuko Takata, Tekenori Emoto, Yukio Hattori
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Nakamura vs Kuroki Kenjiro (Angler Battle)
1996-11-22 · 30mThe challenger is the head chef for several hotel kitchens. He lives near the largest fishing seaport in all of Japan. He uses his speed in the kitchen to overcome his small stature. He is known as Ushiwakamaru. Judges: Shinichiro Kurimoto, Nagisa Katahira, Tenmai Kanoh, Asako Kishi
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Nakamura vs Miyashiro Kiyoshi (Cow's Tongue Battle)
1996-11-29 · 30mThe challenger is the owner/chef at a restaurant known as a favorite of Japanese author Shusaku Endo. He trained in France for five years before returning to Japan. He was unhappy with the direction of French cuisine in Japan, so he opened his own restaurant. Judges: Tamio Kageyama, Megumi Ooishi, Takao Horiuchi, Asako Kishi
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Chen vs Ishizaki Yukio (Garlic Battle)
1996-12-06 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Sakai vs Suzuki Yoshio (Orange Battle)
1996-12-13 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Nakamura vs Belnare Lebrance (Gull Battle)
1996-12-20 · 30mEpisode overview is not available yet.
Watch progress · Not trackedEpisode 52
Nakamura vs. Michiba (Pork, Sweet Potato, and Octopus Battle)
1996-12-31 · 30mNew Year's Special: 100 judges taste osechi (new year food)
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Hiroyuki Sakai
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Takeshi Kata
Host
Kenji Fukui
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Yukio Hattori
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Shinichirō Ōta
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