Iron Wok Jan!

What is Iron Wok Jan!?

Iron Wok Jan! brings competitive cooking to life as Jan Akiyama pursues his grandfather's legacy against the Gobancho clan. Premiering July 5, 2026, this 12-episode summer series pits Jan's aggressive cooking style against Kiriko's heartfelt approach. Action and comedy collide in the kitchen as old rivalries ignite a new battle.

Jan Akiyama, a cocky arrogant teenager wants to fulfill his grandfathers wish of defeating his arch nemesis Mutsuju Gobancho. When he arrives at the Gobancho restaurant he meets his granddaughter Kiriko Gobancho. Their rivalry is easily compared to Jan's and Kiriko's grandfathers, for Jan believes cooking is about competition and Kiriko believes cooking is about heart.