Gintama's Strawberry Sweets Featured on NHK's "Gretel's Kamado"
Fans of the legendary series Gintama have a very sweet reason to tune into NHK soon. The iconic strawberry milk and strawberry parfait, which are basically the lifeblood of the main character, are going to be featured in the popular program Gretel's Kamado (also known as Gretel's Oven). It is really exciting to see such a mainstream broadcaster like NHK E-Tele giving a spotlight to the culinary quirks of Hideaki Sorachi's masterpiece. The episode is scheduled to air for the first time at 10:00 pm on March 9th, and honestly, every fan who knows the ultimate guide to Gintama will tell you that Gintoki’s love for sugar is as legendary as his sword skills.
Gretel's Kamado features strawberry milk and strawberry parfait from Gintama (c) Hideaki Sorachi/Shueisha
A Deep Dive into Gintoki Sakata's Sweet Tooth
For those who don't know, Gretel's Kamado is a very interesting show starring Koji Seto, who plays the role of the 15th Hansel. The whole concept of the program is to introduce various stories related to famous sweets and the drama behind how they were born. This time, the focus is on Gintoki Sakata. We all know that Gintoki is a total sugar addict who is constantly warned about his blood sugar levels, yet he can't stop ordering those massive parfaits. The show actually went a step further and asked Hideaki Sorachi, the original author, exactly why Gintoki likes sweets so much. It is definitely one of the biggest reasons why you need to watch the anime and read the manga to understand the depth of these characters beyond just the comedy.
Broadcast Details and Schedule
If you miss the initial airing, don't worry because there are multiple chances to catch this special episode across the NHK networks. It is quite a big deal that the show is getting re-broadcasted so many times, showing just how much impact Gintama still has on the audience. Here is the full schedule for the upcoming broadcasts:
- NHK E-Tele: First broadcast on March 9th at 10:00 pm.
- NHK General: Second broadcast on March 16th starting from 11:05 am.
- NHK E-Tele (Re-run): Another chance to watch on March 18th at 3:10 pm.
It is really heart-warming to see Gintoki's favorite treats being recreated in real life. Whether it is the simple comfort of strawberry milk or the layers of a decadent strawberry parfait, these items are more than just food; they represent the soul of the Odd Jobs leader. Make sure you don't miss out on seeing how these anime delicacies are brought to life in the Gretel's Kamado kitchen!
