Themes
The role gender plays in Kitchen
What is Eriko being trans which was not as accepted in her time?
This fruit represents Mikage, Yuichi, Eriko.
What is a pineapple?
This what Mikage had with her when she was climbing up the building
What is Katsudon?
This is Eroki’s son.
Who is Yuichi?
This is where Mikage moves after her Grandmother’s death.
Where is Yuichi and Eriko’s apartment?
The two objects Mikage finds comfort from in Kitchen
What is the sofa and kitchen?
The lighthouse represents these themes.
What is guidance/ hope/ navigation towards life?
That is what Chika ate in front of the station
What is soba noodles?
This person takes care of Mikage after her grandmother’s death.
Who is Eroki?
This is where Chika and Mikage meet after Eriko’s death.
Where is the noodle shop?
The family attributes Yuicho and Eriko project for Mikage, being a son and mother
The family attributes Yuicho and Eriko project for Mikage, being a son and mother
What is the type of relationship bond w/ mother and child Mikage isnt familiar with? OR What is a different type of love and care that Mikage is not familiar with?
Cooking and making food symbolize these themes.
What is self-improvement/ hope/ care for others?
This is what Yuichi want to drink it after seeing a glass decorated with this motif
What is banana juice?
This person is Mikage’s ex-boyfriend.
Who is Sotaro?
This is where Eriko and Mikage meet for the last time.
Where is the convenience store?
The feeling Mikage cant get away from unless she is in her kitchen
What is Loneliness?
These symbols represent a place of security, comfort, and belonging.
What is a kitchen?
This is what Yuichi dreams about
What is ramen noodles?
This person runs the club after Eroki dies.
Who is Chika?
This city is where Mikage goes for a work trip.
Where is Izu?
Although the story is filled with grief, this theme brings Mikage and Yuichi happiness.
What is love?
This symbol is found in Mikage’s happy moments.
What is the moon?
This is what Mikage cannot stand
What is Wasabi root?
This animal is who Yuichi and Eriko are reminded of when they saw Mikage.
Who is Woofie?
This city is where Yuichi goes to get away.
Where is Isheara?