Soma's mother has long intrigued fans of the culinary anime Food Wars! Unveiling the mystery behind this elusive character allows us to understand the formative influences on the series' protagonist, Soma Yukihira. So let's delve deep into the identity of Soma's mother in Food Wars!
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Food Wars: An Aspiring Chef's Heartwarming and Adventurous Journey
Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma is about Soma, who wants to be a full-time chef in Restaurant Yukihira, which is owned by his father, Joichiro.
He wanted to surpass his dad's skills, but suddenly, his father got a different job that required him to travel the world.
This caused Joichiro to close his shop and enroll Soma in Totsuki Saryo Culinary Institute, an elite culinary school.
The school requires its students to take part in food competitions called shokugeki.
From there, Soma’s adventure as a student at an elite culinary school begins.
Throughout his journey, he will meet other aspiring chefs who have their own skills and talents when it comes to cooking.
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Who Is Soma’s Mother in Food Wars?
In Season 5 of Food Wars, it was revealed that Soma’s mother was Tamako Yukihira. From her appearance, fans of the series will immediately understand where Soma got his looks and personality from.
It seems that his love for cooking came from her. Joichiro and Tamako met during one of Joichiro’s travels.
He discovered a small family diner that couldn’t keep up with the customers’ orders.
He was amazed by her love for helping their customers, and in return, she appreciated his culinary skill set.
The two of them continued to learn more about each other and eventually fell in love.
As such, their son, Soma, grew up witnessing his mom’s love of the kitchen, despite being a terrible chef.
This is the reason he is comfortable in the kitchen no matter how much pressure he feels.
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What Happens to Tamako Yukihira in Food Wars?
When Soma was 12, he found his mother on the floor of the restaurant, grasping her chest.
They took her to the hospital, only to find out that she has a congenital heart valve. She lived for a month before sadly passing away.
Soma and Joichiro then continued doing what they love despite grieving Tamako’s death.
Soma used to challenge his dad to a cooking contest when his mom was still alive, and he continued this rivalry even after she passed away.
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