Drama Digest
Dama Shoku Joshi, also known as Silence Girl, is a Japanese miniseries about udon noodles. Udon noodles are a popular condiment in Japanese cuisine and have become popular worldwide in recent years. This series follows three girls who love udon and visit six famous udon restaurants across Tokyo to try out different kinds of udon noodles. The show asks viewers to step out of their busy lives and enjoy a bowl of udon noodles in silence. It is a “gourmet drama” that focuses on food and food-loving girls. Udon noodles are the star of the series. We see the popular noodles in all their glory at famous restaurants in Japan’s capital.
The Feel-Good Part
The show is a delightful watch for any food-lover. It takes us on an udon journey in and around Tokyo, led by three girls who love udon a lot. We get to know a lot about Japanese cuisine in general, and udon noodles in particular, through this series. The preparation and serving of the noodles are fascinating, and the series showcases all the hard work and skill that goes into cooking udon. The camerawork is mesmerizing and makes us feel that the noodles were right in front of us. The visuals do a great job of conveying just how delicious the food is. The three girls are also fun and sweet, and their love for food creates a deep connection between them and the audience.
The Disappointing Factor
The show is about udon noodles, and thus it is interesting only to those who like udon noodles or are curious about Japanese food in general. The target audience, therefore, gets narrowed down to only food enthusiasts. It is not a typical drama series but rather a show about food. One must keep that in mind before watching it.
In-Depth Analysis
Japanese cuisine has always been highly regarded internationally and has enjoyed overwhelming popularity recently, as Japanese culture gained popularity worldwide. This show lets us understand more about Japanese cuisine and restaurant culture in Tokyo and makes the viewer’s mouth water with the exquisite food it presents. It feels like a high-quality food vlog and has the vibes of a mukbang too.
Star Power
The three lead characters of the show are the udon-loving girls who go to famous udon restaurants. Played by Shimazaki Haruka, Ugaki Misato, and Konno Ayaka, these girls are fun and relatable, with an immense love for udon noodles that endears them to all. Their easy charm almost transports us to Tokyo and makes us feel like companions on their udon journey.
Overall Opinion
Any person interested in Japanese culture and cuisine will enjoy this show. And if you are a fan of udon noodles, it is the perfect watch for you. The series brings bowls of tasty udon noodles to the audience on the screen and appeals to all food lovers and mukbang enjoyers. The presentation format makes it a unique blend of travelogue, food vlog, and narration. And most of all, it is a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives into the world of delectable food.
