Iron Wok Jan! Episode 4: He Who Masters Poison

Canon/MED

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uncultured_bovine

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I like how the narration explains stuff, and even the characters themselves say the Chinese names of the dishes. Very authentic feels

hellozaworldo

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The actions and the narration are so intense, it really sets the mood for the entire anime haha! It's giving Baki vibes but in the kitchen

b4kasamaaaaa

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Peak rivalry haha! Love that Kiriko and Jan acknowledge each other. The food visuals look so good too!

Episode Context

Combining hands-on kitchen instruction with a sharply competitive cooking showdown, this episode moves between abrasive comedy, practical culinary explanation, and heightened battle-anime spectacle. Jan Akiyama and Kiriko Gobanchou keep their combative rapport at full heat, while Takao Okonogi's inexperience gives the early stretch a focus on technique and mentorship. Mutsuju Gobancho demonstrates the intimidating standard behind the restaurant's reputation. The pacing shifts when Nichido Otani's resentment brings Ryuji Bito, a visiting specialist, into the restaurant. XO sauce anchors the episode as more than a powerful flavor: it becomes a test of restraint, versatility, and a chef's ability to make ingredients, not a signature weapon, the focus. Fiery wok imagery, caustic banter, and a challenger-of-the-week cooking battle define the second half.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateJul 26, 2026

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